Artwork
Quayside Figures and a Length of Rope Attached to a Bollard
Quayside Figures and a Length of Rope Attached to a Bollard is an ink drawing by the Baroque artist Joseph Vernet. It dates from 1752 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Quayside Figures and a Length of Rope Attached to a Bollard is a drawing created by Claude-Joseph Vernet in 1752. It is executed in pen and black ink on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a harbor scene with figures gathered around a dock, a rope secured to a bollard, and a small boat in the background. The casual attire and everyday activities of the figures suggest a representation of daily life.
Technique & Style
Vernet's use of pen and black ink on laid paper achieves a textured, detailed effect. The interplay of lines and shading creates depth and brings the scene to life, conveying a sense of quiet activity.
History & Provenance
Claude-Joseph Vernet, a French artist known for maritime scenes, produced this work in 1752. Born in 1714, Vernet was active until his death in 1789, and his children also became painters.
Artist & collection
Artist
Claude-Joseph Vernet (French pronunciation: ; 14 August 1714 – 3 December 1789) was a French painter. His son Carle Vernet and daughter Marguerite Émilie Chalgrin were also painters.
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