Artwork

Ships at the Dock

Ships at the Dock, by Dora Louise Murdoch, watercolor, 1893
Ships at the Dock, by Dora Louise Murdoch, watercolor, 1893

Ships at the Dock is a watercolor drawing by the Impressionist artist Dora Louise Murdoch. It dates from 1893 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

The painting is titled Ships at the Dock.
It was made by an artist in the late 19th century.
The artist, Murdoch, Dora Louise, worked during a time when Impressionism was becoming popular, and this painting is an example of that style, which focused on everyday life and modernity.
You can learn more about this style by looking into Impressionism.

Overview

Ships at the Dock is a watercolor drawing created by Dora Louise Murdoch in 1893. The work is executed on wove paper mounted to paperboard.

Technique & Style

The drawing exemplifies the Impressionist style, characterized by its focus on modern life and everyday subjects. Murdoch's use of watercolor captures the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a marine scene, with ships moored at a dock. The subject reflects the Impressionist interest in contemporary life and the changing urban and industrial landscapes.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.