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Landscape with Church Steeple

James Bulwer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape with rolling terrain as seen from an elevated point of view. The horizon is high, showing where the land meets a pale sky. A church tower stands out at the horizon. The foreground displays muted greens and earth tones, while the background shows a blend of greens, oranges, and browns representing trees and bushes. The scene is painted using a watercolor technique with soft and fluid brushstrokes, creating a dreamy atmosphere. The color palette is delicate and pastel, enhancing the peaceful feeling of the landscape.

Artwork Details

Date
1828
Medium
watercolor and graphite
Dimensions
4905 × 3244 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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