Mirage 1925

"Mirage" is an etching created by Scottish artist James McBey in 1925. The piece depicts a single sailboat with billowing sails gliding across a body of water, likely a canal. The city skyline of Venice, Italy, is subtly shown in the background. The artist captured the stillness of the water, the reflection of the boat, and the calmness of the scene through his delicate, minimalist, and detailed etching style. McBey is known for his masterful etchings of landscapes and cityscapes. This etching is a fine example of his unique ability to convey the beauty and atmosphere of a scene.