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Castle Rheban on the River Barrow, Athy

Attributed to James Bulwer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a serene scene near a body of water. The water's surface reflects its surroundings, while a castle and buildings can be seen in the distance above it. The brushstrokes are soft and applied with watercolor techniques, creating light and shadow through monochrome tones. The color palette is subdued, with browns, greys, and hints of green. Trees and foliage are depicted with light, intricate lines, adding texture to the scene.

Artwork Details

Medium
graphite and black chalk with brown wash on paperboard
Dimensions
4726 × 3288 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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