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The Church Tower, Portsmouth

Childe Hassam

National Gallery of Art

A scene featuring a body of water and a village. Boats are docked near a pier, leading to the village. Trees and a church steeple are visible in the background. The village has traditional architecture with peaked roofs and varied windows. The image is created using detailed etching and cross-hatching techniques. The color scheme is monochromatic. Tall trees surround the village, and light clouds are suggested in the sky.

Artwork Details

Date
1921
Medium
etching in black
Dimensions
3673 × 5104 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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