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L'arche du Pont Notre-Dame, Paris (An Arch of the Notre-Dame Bridge, Paris)

Charles Meryon

National Gallery of Art

An arched stone bridge is depicted from below in an etching. The scene shows a riverside with buildings, a bridge, and figures on boats. Intricate lines create depth and texture. Dark shadows are seen under the bridge, contrasting with the river and boats. Buildings, sky, clouds, and birds are depicted in lighter tones. The color palette consists of sepia tones typical of etchings.

Artwork Details

Date
1853
Medium
etching and drypoint on laid green paper
Dimensions
4413 × 3432 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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