Low Tide at Trouville

Gustave Courbet’s Low Tide at Trouville captures the calm, expansive seascape of the Normandy coast at low tide. The painting focuses on the vast sky, filled with soft clouds tinged with pink, reflecting the peaceful light of either dawn or dusk. The horizon line is low, with a few sailboats barely visible on the tranquil sea, creating a sense of distance and serenity. The muted tones of the beach and the sea blend harmoniously with the pale sky, emphasizing Courbet’s skill in capturing the subtleties of natural light and atmosphere.