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Baigneuse aux oies (Bathers with Geese)

Camille Pissarro

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting featuring swans in a body of water surrounded by dense foliage. The image depicts a tranquil moment in nature with swans positioned in the water. The surrounding area is filled with trees and bushes, creating a canopy that frames the water. Light filters through the canopy, casting light areas on the water and darker tones in the landscape. The use of light and shadow suggests depth, while scratches and hatching technique add texture. This painting is in the style of Georges Seurat.

Artwork Details

Date
1895
Medium
etching and aquatint on light green dyed paper
Dimensions
4569 × 3321 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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