Location: Little Port, Puglia, Italy
Subject: Coastal Scene
Medium: Watercolour
Date: 1920s
Signature: Knighton Hammond
Dimensions: 47 cm x 49 cm
The harbour side buildings are bathed in bright sunlight and are depicted with the accurate perspective we have come to expect from Knighton-Hammond. The trees bring a splash of rich green to the predominately pastel colours. The boats and barrels are out of the water on a sloping stepped ramp way docking area between the harbour wall and the water line. The use of watercolour allows Knighton-Hammond to exploit its special ability of conveying light and space. The boats and barrels show skilful perspective and foreshortening.