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Tyrolean Landscape

Melchior Küsel after Johann Wilhelm Baur

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a rocky, cavernous landscape with a natural archway or large rock formation. The horizon is not prominently visible. The etched lines depict intricate details on the rock surfaces and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of brown and tan. Small human figures can be seen near the water, adding scale to the natural formations.

Artwork Details

Date
1681
Medium
etching
Dimensions
3611 × 3281 px
Public Domain
Yes
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