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The Virgin Islands in Bezons (Les Iles vierges a Bezons)

Charles-François Daubigny

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a low vantage point looking towards a wooded area. Trees obscure the horizon with fine lines creating textures for the foliage and sky. The monochromatic color palette uses shading to give depth. There are ripples and reflections in the water. In the distance, more trees are visible, and the sky has soft lines suggesting clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
1850
Medium
etching with drypoint and roulette on chine applique
Dimensions
3232 × 3967 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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