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Weehawken from Turtle Grove

William James Bennett

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a serene landscape painting titled "Weehawken from Turtle Grove" by William James Bennett. The painting features a large gray rock in the center foreground, surrounded by smaller rocks and sparse vegetation. Two trees with thin trunks and branches stand on the left side, one taller than the other. The trees have sparse green leaves and are positioned on a small hill. In the background, a body of water stretches out, with several boats and a sailboat visible. The water is calm and reflects the light from the sky. The sky above is blue with white clouds. In the distance, a mountain range rises, covered in greenery. The overall atmosphere of the painting is peaceful and idyllic. The scene appears to be a daytime setting.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1830
Medium
Watercolor and graphite on off-white wove paper
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 452 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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