Seaweed Gatherers on the Shore at Redcar, Yorkshire c. 1838

"Seaweed Gatherers on the Shore at Redcar, Yorkshire" (c. 1838) is a watercolor by British artist Peter De Wint (1784-1849). The painting depicts a group of figures gathering seaweed on the shore of Redcar, a seaside town in Yorkshire, England. De Wint is known for his landscapes, especially his watercolors. The painting captures the soft light and atmosphere of a coastal scene, and the figures add a sense of human activity to the landscape. This watercolor demonstrates De Wint's mastery of depicting landscapes and the subtle, yet powerful, beauty of nature.