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The Wine Harvest (September)

Jörg Breu the Elder

National Gallery of Art

The scene depicts people engaged in wine or grape juice production in a hilly landscape. The background shows hills with detailed linework of trees and vegetation. The artwork is in a style resembling engraving or woodcut techniques with detailed textures and clothing. The color palette is monochromatic with varying shades of brown, likely due to a sepia effect. People are shown interacting with barrels and vats in intricate costumes. The landscape features hills and trees in the distance, blending activity with the tranquility of the countryside.

Artwork Details

Date
in or before 1521
Medium
pen and black ink with gray wash on laid paper
Dimensions
4798 × 4792 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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