An Abbey by a Wooded Lake at Twilight
Französische Grafik 1830–1844, circa 1831
- Artista
- Französische Grafik 1830–1844
- Datazione
- circa 1831
- Tipologia
- Disegno
- Tecnica
- pastel on blue wove paper
- Dimensioni
- 23 × 37,5 cm
- Collezione
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licenza
- Pubblico dominio, CC0
Descrizione dell’immagine
The image shows a serene body of water with an urban landscape in the distance. The skyline features tall, slender silhouettes of structures, and the horizon is not clearly visible. The brushstrokes are soft and blend smoothly. The color palette includes deep blues, rusts, browns, and pastel tones of blue and peach. Darkened trees frame the scene, highlighting the contrast between shadowed areas and distant structures.