Who painted Alicante?

Alicante was painted by Edward William Cooke in 1860.

Where can I see Alicante?

Alicante is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Alicante?

Alicante is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Alicante

Edward William Cooke , 1860

Alicante is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Edward William Cooke. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Alicante is a pencil drawing created by Edward Cooke in 1860. The work is signed, dated, and titled.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene harbor scene with small boats near the shore and larger vessels farther out. A rocky hill with a castle-like structure rises in the distance, while buildings line the coast.

Technique & Style

Cooke employed light pencil strokes to convey texture and shading, using techniques such as hatching to suggest depth and dimensionality in the scene.