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Bit of Central Park

Charles Frederick William Mielatz

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a view from an elevated perspective looking across a body of water towards a line of trees. In the distance, a building with triangular gables rises above the trees. The horizon is at the upper part of the image, where the tree tops meet the sky. The artwork depicts detailed foliage and architecture using fine brushstrokes, creating a textured effect. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of gray to black. Near the water's edge, there are gentle slopes and sparse vegetation. A few ducks are swimming on the water's surface.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1918
Medium
etching and aquatint
Dimensions
3682 × 5260 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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