The artwork “Cartagena, Spain” was created by the artist James Webb in the year 1874. This piece belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is categorized under the genre of landscape.
The artwork depicts a serene coastal scene in Cartagena, Spain. The foreground is dominated by several stationary boats, their sails neatly tied and leaning towards the water. Nestled on a rocky promontory, an ancient fortress stands watch over the calm sea, evoking a sense of historical permanence and tranquil beauty. Figures of people are gathered around the boats, engaged in various activities, while the horizon is punctuated by additional vessels sailing or anchored quietly. The mountains in the distance provide a majestic backdrop, blending harmoniously with the sky and the sea, and the overall composition captures the idyllic and tranquil essence of this coastal location.
