De krijtrotsen bij Dieppe 1852 - 1855

Eugène Delacroix's watercolor painting *De krijtrotsen bij Dieppe* (1852-1855) is a captivating portrayal of the dramatic chalk cliffs of Dieppe, France. The artist captures the raw beauty of the coastline, with the towering cliffs dominating the composition, their weathered surfaces rendered in a variety of earth tones. In the foreground, the churning sea is depicted with loose brushstrokes, suggesting the constant motion of the waves. The painting's overall effect is one of grandeur and natural power, reflecting Delacroix's fascination with the sublime. The work is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.