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Chasse-maree au plus pres
Chasse-maree au plus pres is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist Charles Meryon. It dates from 1844 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Chasse-maree au plus près is a 1844 drawing by Charles Meryon, a French artist known for his etchings, created using graphite on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts three ships on a turbulent sea, with the central vessel featuring two tall masts and billowing sails. The scene is set against a rocky shoreline and trees on the horizon, suggesting a dynamic maritime scene possibly related to tides or fishing activities.
Technique & Style
Meryon employed quick, light graphite lines to convey the movement of the water and sails, capturing the energy of the scene.
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Artist
Charles Meryon (sometimes Méryon, 23 November 1821 – 14 February 1868) was a French artist who worked almost entirely in etching, as he had colour blindness.
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