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Storm (Un orage)

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a landscape scene with a low horizon line, a vast sky with dramatic cloud formations, clumps of vegetation near the water's edge, and rain streaks across the sky and land. The etching technique is used to create intricate lines for movement and volume. The color palette is monochromatic with various shades of gray, enhancing the atmospheric mood and contrast between land, water, and sky. Light and shadow add depth and dimension to the work.

Artwork Details

Medium
drypoint and (etching?) on light green paper
Dimensions
4446 × 3399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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