Lighthouse, Genoa

Sir Muirhead Bone

Associated Names
Muirhead Bone

Artist, Scottish, 1876 - 1953

The image shows a pencil sketch with a low perspective of a coastline featuring a tall lighthouse in the middle distance. The horizon runs horizontally across the middle of the scene. The sketch displays detailed linear strokes, suggesting an impressionistic style, adding texture and depth. On the left side, there are structures on stilts with boats underneath, leading towards the lighthouse. The monochromatic color palette emphasizes light and shadow contrasts. In the background, small figures and boats can be seen on the beach and in the waters, creating a tranquil atmosphere.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sight size: 11.4 x 18 cm (4 1/2 x 7 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.2070


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower center: Muirhead Bone

Wikidata ID

Q64632529

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