A Seascape at Sunset c. 1880s

"A Seascape at Sunset" is a pastel drawing by Ernest-Ange Duez, created in the 1880s. The artwork depicts a tranquil seascape at sunset, with five sailboats silhouetted against a pale pink and gray sky. The subtle color palette and delicate brushstrokes create a sense of calm and serenity, characteristic of Duez's style. The artist's focus on the play of light and shadow across the water and sky evokes a feeling of peaceful contemplation.