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Old Tree

Thomas Hearne

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a large, ancient tree tilted to the left with thick, gnarled branches extending upwards and outwards. The perspective is angled slightly upward, emphasizing the tree's height. In the distance, there is an outline of an architectural structure. The etching style shows intricate lines detailing the bark and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic, using black ink on paper. Close to the tree, there is undergrowth with small plants and flowers.

Artwork Details

Date
1803
Medium
pen-and-tusche lithograph
Dimensions
3311 × 4514 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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