A Winding Estuary 1798

"A Winding Estuary" is a watercolor painting by Thomas Girtin, completed in 1798. It showcases Girtin's mastery of atmospheric perspective, with distant hills and trees fading into the hazy sky. The winding river, boats, and figures in the foreground create a sense of depth and tranquility, characteristic of the romantic landscape painting style prevalent during Girtin's brief but influential career.