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Study of an Old Oak Tree, Water on Right, a Man on Left

George Samuel

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large, dominant tree captured from a lower and front-facing perspective. The horizon is low, with expansive sky above. In the distance, a small figure walks along a path near the tree. The artist used precise, linear brushstrokes to depict details in the tree's bark and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of black and white to emphasize contrast and detail. The sky has soft, wispy lines suggesting clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
1806
Medium
pen-and-tusche lithograph
Dimensions
3491 × 4883 px
Public Domain
Yes
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