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Chateau de Bothwell

Richard Parkes Bonington after Francois Alexandre Pernot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a viewpoint from ground level in a forested area. A person is walking among rocks and trees with sparse foliage. In the background, there is a castle silhouetted against a sky transitioning from dark to light. The painting features detailed brushstrokes for depth and realism, using a monochromatic color palette of gray tones to create a tranquil atmosphere. The sky occupies the top portion of the image, while the land below contains the ruins and trees.

Artwork Details

Date
1826
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4083 × 3389 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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