The Voyage of Life: Childhood
1855
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1855
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
The Voyage of Life: Childhood is a 1855 ink by James Smillie, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a small boat with two figures floating on calm water near a rocky shore. The cliffs rise steeply behind them, covered in dark greenery and patches of light. Ahead, the sky is partly cloudy, with soft light breaking through. The boat is guided by a figure holding a glowing lantern, casting a warm glow on the water. The title at the bottom says *The Voyage of Life: Childhood*, hinting this is the first stage of a journey. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this one used sharp tools to create detailed prints.
James Smillie (1807–1885) was an American artist, born in Edinburgh.
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