Untitled (River Scene with Boat)
1891
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1891
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Untitled (River Scene with Boat) is a 1891 ink by Charles A. Platt, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a quiet river scene with a small boat sailing toward the horizon. The water is rough, with waves and ripples drawn in quick, dark lines. On the left bank, a few trees and bushes stand alone, while the right side has a low, flat shore. The artist used scratching and hatching to build up the texture, making the water look alive. This style was common in etchings of the time. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Platt created these detailed prints.
