A Coast Scene
1780
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1780
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This watercolor shows a quiet harbor with small boats and ships. Two people stand near the shore, talking, while others work on a boat. In the background, a few buildings sit on a hillside covered in trees and bushes. The water is calm, and the sky is light with soft clouds. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to keep it feeling quick and lively. The colors are muted, like a misty day by the water. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more of this painting up close.
