The artwork titled “Motorboat” was created by the artist Gerhard Richter in 1965. It is part of the New European Painting art movement and falls within the genre of figurative painting.
The artwork depicts a group of people enjoying a ride on a motorboat. The scene is rendered in monochromatic tones, which imbues it with a nostalgic and almost photographic quality. The figures in the composition appear animated and full of life, with expressions suggestive of joy and excitement, indicative of a leisurely outing. The surrounding water is skillfully illustrated with waves and splashes, capturing the dynamic movement of the boat. Overall, the artwork conveys a sense of fleeting, carefree moments amid a serene, aquatic backdrop.
