Mountain Landscape

Französische Grafik 1855–1870, ca. 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.
Kunstenaar
Französische Grafik 1855–1870
Datering
ca. 1865
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
watercolor and gouache on textured wove paper, laid down
Afmetingen
26,4 × 36,6 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

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