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The Triumphal Arch

Hubert Robert

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a landscape with a man standing on a stone ledge holding a long staff, looking up a path. Another figure in a robe is at the base of the ledge. Tall ruins of an ancient structure obscure the horizon. The ruins feature intricate ornate designs. In the distance, a sky with a few clouds is visible. The brushstrokes are detailed with fine hatching for texture and shadow. The color palette is sepia tones. The scene is framed by foliage on either side.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching
Dimensions
3089 × 4383 px
Public Domain
Yes
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