In the Tropics 1928

Arthur Briscoe’s etching "In the Tropics" (1928) depicts a close-up view from the deck of a ship sailing through the tropics. The artist, known for his maritime scenes, captures the feeling of being on a ship at sea. Using the intaglio printing technique, the artist crafts a richly textured image with bold lines and cross-hatching. The composition emphasizes the sailor’s experience and the ship’s movement. The sea is rough with choppy waves and the ship's sails are billowing in the wind.