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The Waterfall (Wasserfall im Werdenfelsischen)

Max Joseph Wagenbauer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape with a waterfall cascading down rocky outcrops in a forested area. Trees and rocks are prominent in the scene, with intricate details captured through textured brushstrokes. The color palette is monochromatic, using varying shades of black and white to convey texture and contrast. Close to us, water gathers in a pool surrounded by stones and sparse vegetation, while in the distance, trees blend with the rocky terrain.

Artwork Details

Date
1805
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3290 × 4475 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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