Castle of Ischia, Bay of Naples
1873
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1873
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a rocky island with a small castle on it. The water is calm, and a few boats float near the shore. The sky is light, and the scene looks peaceful. The artist focused on how light hits the water and rocks, making everything look soft. This style was common in the 1800s for showing real-life scenes. Next, look up Realism to see more works like this.
