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Lake of Thun

Joseph Mallord William Turner and Charles Turner

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a lake with sailboats, mountains, and cloudy sky in the background. The mountains rise sharply from the water's edge. The artwork is created using precise etching techniques with detailed lines and textures. The color palette is sepia, giving a vintage feel. Near the lake, some individuals are seen gathering, working, resting, or launching small boats.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1808
Medium
etching and mezzotint
Dimensions
4748 × 3410 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette