Top of the Rock, Gibraltar
1865
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1865
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a jagged rock cliff rising straight up from the ground. The top is flat, with a few small plants clinging to its edges. Below, the rocks look rough and uneven, with patches of green shrubs. In the background, the sky is light blue with wispy clouds, and a tiny bird flies near the top of the cliff. The artist used soft watercolor strokes to show how sunlight hits the rocks. The colors are muted, with earthy browns and greens blending into the blue sky. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
