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Karl Kricheldorf
Coastal Fishing Vessels at Low Tide-Etching by Karl Kricheldorf-20th Century

Early 20th Century

$308.86
£227.27
€260VAT Included
CA$427.81
A$428.91
CHF 248.55
MX$5,240.91
NOK 2,880.32
SEK 2,941.29
DKK 1,982.30

About the Item

Original etching on paper depicting a tranquil coastal scene with fishing vessels moored in shallow waters at low tide. The composition is dominated by a dramatic expanse of sky, animated by swirling cloud formations that contrast with the stillness of the shoreline below. In the foreground, small boats rest along the water’s edge, while dark-sailed fishing craft anchor quietly offshore, creating a harmonious balance between human activity and the natural environment. Executed by the German painter and etcher Karl Kricheldorf, the work exemplifies the artist’s sensitivity to atmosphere and his mastery of the etching medium. Delicate networks of finely bitten lines capture the movement of clouds, reflections on water, and subtle variations in light, while the strong silhouettes of the vessels provide compositional structure and visual depth. The print reflects the late nineteenth-century fascination with maritime subjects and the changing effects of weather and light upon the landscape. Published by the Gesellschaft für vervielfältigende Kunst in Vienna, the etching demonstrates the high technical standards associated with the leading print societies of the period. The artist’s ability to evoke both the grandeur of the sky and the quiet rhythms of coastal life places the work within the distinguished tradition of European marine printmaking. Condition: Good overall condition with a well-preserved impression and strong contrast. The sheet appears generally clean with only minor age-related toning visible in the margins. Margins remain generous and intact. Karl Kricheldorf was widely admired for his landscape and marine subjects, particularly those capturing the atmospheric qualities of northern European coastlines. His etchings are notable for their expressive line work and nuanced treatment of light, qualities that are particularly evident in the present composition.
  • Creator:
    Karl Kricheldorf
  • Creation Year:
    Early 20th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 11.62 in (29.5 cm)Depth: 0.08 in (2 mm)
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  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    Insurance may be requested by customers as additional service, contact us for more information.
  • Gallery Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: T-1607951stDibs: LU650318304742

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