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River Landscape with Two Beavers

Max Joseph Wagenbauer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a natural scene with various animals and plants seen from a low angle perspective. The horizon is low, with a sky filled with clouds above. In the background, mountains are visible, and trees create a barrier. The detailed etching style reveals intricate details in the foliage and animals. The monochromatic color palette accentuates light, shadow, and details with black and gray tones. Near the viewer are grasses, otter-like creatures by a stream, a turtle, and a snake in the dynamic landscape.

Artwork Details

Date
1807
Medium
lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
4983 × 3302 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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