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Fauldon, South Greenhoe, Norfolk

Hendrik Frans de Cort

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a detailed and textured church with a partially ruined tower on the right side. The structure features gothic architectural elements like arched windows and doorways. Trees extend into the distance towards a low horizon line under an expansive sky filled with light brown and beige. The ground is depicted with earth tones, patches of grass and foliage, using loose brushwork. The color palette consists of muted browns, grays, and beiges, creating a historical atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1794
Medium
graphite and brown wash on laid paper
Dimensions
4994 × 3522 px
Public Domain
Yes
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