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Two Dromedaries and a Camel

Adriaen Collaert

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a pastoral landscape with three camels in the foreground. Two camels stand on either side of a seated camel. The ground is textured with fine lines resembling an engraving. The artwork features intricate hatching and cross-hatching for texture and depth. In the background, there is a village with small buildings, trees, hills, and mountains. The horizon is high, leading the eye to the scenic view and town. The piece is monochromatic, with tones of brown and beige enhancing the detail and historical ambiance. Clouds are depicted in the sky above the serene landscape.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1597
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4820 × 3206 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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