Sailboat on a Beach c. 19th century

"Sailboat on a Beach" is a watercolor on paper by English artist John Varley, executed around the 19th century. The piece captures a serene coastal scene, featuring a sailboat beached on the shore with its mast and rigging prominently displayed. The background depicts a hazy, indistinct cityscape, suggesting a harbor or coastal town. Varley's delicate brushstrokes and muted palette evoke a sense of tranquility and atmospheric depth, characteristic of his Romantic-era style.