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Connecticut River

Charles A. Platt

1885

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Connecticut River is a 1885 ink by Charles A. Platt, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Charles A. Platt
When & what style?: 1885 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a quiet waterfront scene. A wooden dock with a rickety railing juts into the river, where two boats are tied up. In the distance, a small town sits along the shore, with a church spire standing out. The water looks calm, and the whole scene is drawn in just black and white lines. The artist focused on simple shapes and light shadows, making the scene feel real but also a little dreamy. The boats and dock look worn, like they’ve been there for a long time. If you like this style, check out the technique: etching.