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Plain near a Lake (La plaine pres du lac)

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image features an elevated point of view over a rural landscape. The horizon is high, with hills in the distance. The artwork includes fine etching strokes for detail and texture. The scene shows fields with cross-hatching and trees throughout. In the distance, a rolling countryside with structures and trees can be seen. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of beige, giving a timeless quality to the image.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching and drypoint
Dimensions
4913 × 3307 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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