The Beach, Tangier

"The Beach, Tangier" by Sir John Lavery is a vibrant depiction of the coastal beauty of Tangier, Morocco. The painting captures the lively activity of a beach, where people and animals move along the sand as the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean lap against the shore. Lavery's use of light and color reflects the warmth and brightness of the Moroccan coastline, with the golden sand and blue-green sea creating a striking contrast. In the background, the whitewashed buildings of Tangier can be seen on the hillside, adding a sense of place to the scene. Lavery’s impressionistic brushstrokes convey the bustling energy of the beach while maintaining a sense of calm and relaxation, typical of a coastal setting.