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Souvenir of Tuscany (Souvenir de Toscane)

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a landscape captured from an elevated viewpoint showing uneven terrain and a distant structure. The horizon is low in the composition, emphasizing the expansive sky. A building and trees partially obscure the horizon. The brushwork is detailed with intricate linework, likely using etching or engraving techniques. Cross-hatching creates texture and shadow for the foliage and rocky ground. The scene is monochromatic, using browns and sepia tones for light and shadow, highlighting natural elements and a man-made structure in the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1845
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4650 × 3205 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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