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Goose Girl (Gardeuse d'oies)

Camille Pissarro

National Gallery of Art

This image shows a natural scene with a body of water in the foreground and geese swimming. To the left, a figure is seated under a large tree, apparently caring for the geese, while another tree is on the right. In the background, there are rolling hills and scattered trees. The scene is detailed using fine lines and hatching strokes to depict textures like trees and grass. The color scheme is monochromatic in shades of brown, creating a calm and earthy tone.

Artwork Details

Date
1888
Medium
etching and drypoint
Dimensions
4034 × 3198 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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