Newport by Thomas Rowlandson

Newport n.d.

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drawing, print, plein-air, paper, pencil, graphite

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drawing

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print

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plein-air

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landscape

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paper

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romanticism

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pencil

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graphite

"Newport" is a watercolor drawing by the English artist Thomas Rowlandson, renowned for his satirical and caricature-like depictions of everyday life. The artwork, showcasing a tranquil harbor scene, likely dates from the late 18th or early 19th century. The composition features several boats docked along a waterfront, with a quaint thatched building and a distant hill. Rowlandson's precise style, using delicate brushstrokes and subtle washes of color, captures the scene with meticulous detail. This work reflects his fascination with the everyday and the simple beauty of the natural world.

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