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Family Burying Ground

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image features a large tree with lush foliage on the left side. Figures, including a woman with a bonnet, a child playing with a dog, and a man and woman near white gravestones are depicted. In the background, there is a tranquil river with a steam-powered paddle boat and small sailboats. Rolling green hills with houses and trees can be seen in the distance. The color palette is earthy, with shades of green, yellow, and blue predominating.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1840
Medium
oil on canvas
Dimensions
6980 × 5776 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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