The artwork is named “Italian barque being towed to moorings in the Carrick Roads (Towing into Falmouth harbour)”, created by artist Henry Scott Tuke, who was associated with the Impressionism art movement. The genre of this artwork is marina.
In the artwork, a maritime scene is depicted with a focus on an Italian barque being towed into the harbor at Falmouth. The vessel, a majestic sailing ship with tall masts and intricate rigging, is prominently featured on the right side of the composition. It is being navigated towards its moorings by a steam-powered tugboat, emitting a trail of smoke, which captures the moment of industrious activity. The backdrop suggests the calm waters of the Carrick Roads, with other ships fading into the mist, creating an atmospheric and tranquil ambience. The use of a light and somewhat muted color palette, characteristic of the Impressionism movement, accentuates the hazy and serene quality of the scene, evoking a sense of peaceful maritime life.
