Mountain Landscape

Französische Grafik 1855–1870, c. 1865

The artwork presents a mountain landscape viewed from a low vantage point. The horizon is set high, showcasing mountains in the distance, their peaks illuminated by light. The brushstrokes are delicate and precise, capturing the textures of the terrain. The color palette includes earthy browns and greens in the foreground, transitioning to cooler blues and grays in the mountains and sky. Closest to us, a stream meanders through rocky terrain, with patches of grass and scattered stones. The sky is a clear blue.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1855–1870
Date
c. 1865
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor and gouache on textured wove paper, laid down
Dimensions
26.4 × 36.6 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The artwork presents a mountain landscape viewed from a low vantage point. The horizon is set high, showcasing mountains in the distance, their peaks illuminated by light. The brushstrokes are delicate and precise, capturing the textures of the terrain. The color palette includes earthy browns and greens in the foreground, transitioning to cooler blues and grays in the mountains and sky. Closest to us, a stream meanders through rocky terrain, with patches of grass and scattered stones. The sky is a clear blue.

Französische Grafik 1855–1870