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Milkmaid of Boulogne, 1st plate (Laitiere a Boulogne)

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person riding a donkey, moving from left to right. The horizon line is visible at the lower third of the image, where brush and grass meet the sky. The etching technique showcases fine lines with varied densities for shadows and light. The color palette is monochromatic, with sepia tones. There are soft contours of bushes or low trees in the background.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching
Dimensions
4892 × 3399 px
Public Domain
Yes
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