The Tow 1881

"The Tow" is an etching by British artist Henry Farrer, created in 1881. The print depicts a steamboat towing a barge, as seen from a distance. The scene is rendered in delicate lines and subtle tonal gradations, characteristic of Farrer's etching style. The artist's meticulous attention to detail captures the movement of the water and the steam rising from the ship's smokestack, creating a sense of realism and atmosphere. Farrer's maritime subjects are a testament to the importance of shipping in 19th-century Britain, and his use of etching allowed him to convey the subtle textures and nuances of his subject.