Hedging and Ditching

J. M. W. Turner, published 1812

The image is an etching featuring a detailed scene. The horizon is high, obscured by a line of trees. Trees dominate the scene, with a flock of sheep in the distance. A large, gnarled tree is on the left with intricate details. Dark lines and cross-hatching provide texture. On the right, figures are engaged in various activities. The color palette is monochromatic, using brown ink to enhance details.

Artist: J. M. W. Turner
Date: published 1812
Type: Print
Medium: etching
Dimensions: 29.8 × 44.3 cm
Collection: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence: Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image is an etching featuring a detailed scene. The horizon is high, obscured by a line of trees. Trees dominate the scene, with a flock of sheep in the distance. A large, gnarled tree is on the left with intricate details. Dark lines and cross-hatching provide texture. On the right, figures are engaged in various activities. The color palette is monochromatic, using brown ink to enhance details.

J. M. W. Turner