Artwork

Yacht Tavern, Erith

Yacht Tavern, Erith, by Francis Seymour Haden, ink, 1865
Yacht Tavern, Erith, by Francis Seymour Haden, ink, 1865

Yacht Tavern, Erith is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Francis Seymour Haden. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Yacht Tavern, Erith is a zinc etching by Francis Seymour Haden, created in 1865.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a tranquil waterfront scene with a woman walking along the shore, a group of people sitting on the beach, and a row of buildings, including a tavern, lining the shore. The atmosphere is serene, with a cloudy sky and gentle lines.

Technique & Style

The work's soft rendering and emphasis on capturing a moment evoke the style of Impressionist artists, although Haden was not directly associated with the movement.

Artist & collection

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