Murano, Italy

Clarkson Frederick Stanfield R.A. 1793 - 1867

Summary

A coastal scene. In the foreground are fishing nets and other equipment piled on a sandbank; in the shallow waters nearby are two small vessels laden with people; a figure on the boat to the left stands and waves to those on the second boat; both boats are being punted.To the right are larger sailing boats. To the left of the composition is the coastline edged with buildings reflected in the still water. On the horizon are the hazy forms of mountains.