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Fishing boat on the beach with reefed sail, 1885-1960. Creator: Gerhard Munthe
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Fishing boat on the beach with reefed sail, 1885-1960. Creator: Gerhard Munthe
Fishing boat on the beach with reefed sail, 1885-1960
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Beach Fishing Boat Fishing Boats Local Industry Low Tide Norway Norwegian Tide View To Sea Watercolor Paint Gerhard Munthe
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This pencil drawing by Gerhard Munthe, titled "Fishing boat on the beach with reefed sail," dates back to the late 19th or early 20th century. The image transports us to a quaint coastal scene, likely situated in the Netherlands or the Low Countries, where a lone fishing boat rests on the sandy shore during low tide. The boat's reefed sail, billowing in the breeze, adds a sense of dynamism to the otherwise tranquil scene. Munthe, a Norwegian artist, masterfully captures the natural phenomena of the tide receding, revealing the textured beach and the intricate details of the wooden fishing boat. The artist's use of pencil and paper creates a delicate and nuanced rendering, with the subtle variations in shading and line work bringing the scene to life. The fishing boat, a symbol of local industry and transportation, is a common motif in Munthe's work. His ability to capture the essence of the vessel, from its intricate rigging to the weathered wood, speaks to his deep connection to the maritime world. This drawing is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the 19th and early 20th centuries, a time when artists like Munthe sought to document the natural world and the people who inhabited it. The Rijksmuseum, a renowned museum in Amsterdam, is home to many of Munthe's works, including this beautiful and evocative drawing.
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