Mediterranean Wash Day 1939

"Mediterranean Wash Day" is a 1939 etching by American artist Samuel Chamberlain (1895-1975). The artwork depicts a sailing ship docked in a Mediterranean port, with the rigging and sails prominently displayed. The print showcases Chamberlain's masterful use of line and shading to capture the detail of the ship and its surroundings, including the cobblestone dock and the distant hillside town. The artwork captures a moment of tranquility, hinting at the daily life and routine of those who worked and lived by the sea.