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The Arno in the Evening, Florence

Oscar F. Bluemner

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a riverbank with a bridge and buildings in the background. The horizon is defined by rooftops and a tree line above the bridge. The artwork features a sketchy style with quick, expressive brushstrokes or pen lines. The color palette is primarily black ink on beige or off-white paper, emphasizing line and form. Flowing lines suggest water movement leading to the bridge, with buildings and a tree in the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
1912
Medium
pen and black ink with black wash
Dimensions
4267 × 2889 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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