War Vessel in the Y
1768
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1768
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a busy harbor with three ships in the water. The largest ship in the center is a big, old-style warship with lots of sails and flags. Smaller boats float nearby, and in the distance, a city skyline sits along the shore. Notice how the artist used shading to make the waves look rough and the ships solid. The city in the background is drawn quickly, almost like a sketch. If you like this style, check out technique: cross-hatching.
