Beach Scene with Ketches and other Fishing Boats
1656
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1656
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a busy beach with small boats and ships. In the water, a few people wade or stand near the shore while others row small boats. Two larger ships with tall masts and sails sit anchored closer to the land. The sky is partly cloudy, and the waves are simple lines on the water. The artist used a technique that lets ink sit in scratched lines, creating a grainy look. This was common for quick, detailed drawings back then. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made prints.
