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Newport Mountain from Bald Porcupine

George Henry Smillie

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a tranquil scene with a calm body of water and sailboats in the distance. A gently sloping hillside leads down to the water. A horizon line runs through the middle of the image, with a ridge of hills in the distance. The brushstrokes are delicate, creating a soft texture. The colors are muted, including grays, greens, browns, and gentle blues.

Artwork Details

Medium
black and white chalk and watercolor on blue laid paper
Dimensions
4884 × 3595 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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