A Stream through a Dense Forest

Französische Grafik 1879–1887, 1884

The image is of a rocky woodland opening up to a narrow sunlit river. The horizon is not clearly visible due to the dense trees and foliage arching over the waterway and landscape. In the distance, a person on horseback is seen riding the path along the river, which displays bright yellow and blue hues. The painting features detailed brushstrokes defining the branches and rocks, with a rich color palette of earthy tones such as greens, browns, and deep blues, along with golden reflections on the river and autumnal colors in the foliage. The composition conveys a tranquil and secluded atmosphere, highlighting the beauty of the natural surroundings.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1879–1887
Date
1884
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor and gouache with pen and gray and black ink
Dimensions
46 × 34.5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image is of a rocky woodland opening up to a narrow sunlit river. The horizon is not clearly visible due to the dense trees and foliage arching over the waterway and landscape. In the distance, a person on horseback is seen riding the path along the river, which displays bright yellow and blue hues. The painting features detailed brushstrokes defining the branches and rocks, with a rich color palette of earthy tones such as greens, browns, and deep blues, along with golden reflections on the river and autumnal colors in the foliage. The composition conveys a tranquil and secluded atmosphere, highlighting the beauty of the natural surroundings.

Französische Grafik 1879–1887