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Sketch of a Mountain Landscape (from Sketchbook)

Albert Bierstadt

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a pencil sketch of a mountain landscape. The sketch is drawn on a piece of paper with a rough, rectangular shape and rounded corners. The paper appears to be a page from a sketchbook. The sketch depicts a mountain range with trees and foliage. The mountains are drawn in the center of the page, with the largest mountain peak in the middle. The mountains are rugged and rocky, with some snow visible at the top. The trees are drawn on either side of the mountains, with some appearing to be evergreen and others deciduous. The foliage is detailed, with some leaves and branches visible. The background of the sketch is plain, with no additional details or features. The overall effect is one of a serene and peaceful landscape. The image is in black and white, with no color present. The artist's style is detailed and realistic, with a focus on capturing the natural beauty of the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1890
Medium
Graphite on wove paper
Culture
American
Dimensions
511 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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