Sunset View on the Ganges
1830
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1830
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows three ships anchored on a wide river, their masts crisscrossing against a pale sky. The water is calm, with small waves near the boats, and the shore has a few trees and a low, flat landscape. A few tiny figures stand on the riverbank, looking tiny compared to the ships. The artist used soft pencil strokes to suggest light and shadow, keeping the scene simple but atmospheric. The title tells us this is the Ganges River, a major waterway in South Asia. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
