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Georgetown and Federal City or City of Washington

J. Cartwright after George Beck

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a river landscape with rolling hills, sailboats on the river, trees framing the scene, and figures and animals engaged in leisurely activities. The horizon is marked by a line of hills and scattered buildings extending from left to right. The scene is rendered in earth-toned colors, conveying a serene atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
1801
Medium
aquatint
Dimensions
4751 × 3668 px
Public Domain
Yes
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