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Wayside Inn—Oaks in Spring

Childe Hassam

National Gallery of Art

This image shows a black and white etching of a large tree dominating the scene. The horizon is high in the image, revealing a vast landscape that extends beyond the tree. In the background, there are more trees and distant hills. The tree and surrounding foliage are detailed with cross-hatched lines to show texture and shadow. A rough path is visible on the ground, with sunlight casting shadows from the tree's limbs. The image has a monochromatic palette, focusing on line work to provide depth and dimension to the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1926
Medium
etching in black
Dimensions
3142 × 4060 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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