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River Landscape with a Duck Hunter

Aegidius Sadeler II after Pieter Stevens

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a detailed forest scene with architectural structures peeking through the dense foliage in the distance. Paths, clearings, and tall trees with sprawling branches are prominent in the foreground, forming a thick canopy overhead. The artwork uses an engraving technique with precise lines to illustrate the natural setting. The color palette is monochrome sepia, emphasizing the contrast between dark lines and lighter areas. Several figures stand in the foreground, observing the surroundings, giving a human presence to the scene.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
5195 × 3296 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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