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The Waterfall and Town of Tivoli

Gaspar van Wittel

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape sketch of a town built on a rugged cliffside. The scene features closely clustered buildings with dark rooftops, an arched structure, and rolling hills in the background. The drawing style consists of loose brushstrokes and crosshatching in sepia and earthy tones, creating an impressionistic and dynamic look. The sketch displays architectural detail with quick brushwork, giving the scene a lively quality.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink with brown and gray wash over black chalk, squared for transfer with red chalk, on laid paper
Dimensions
4594 × 3522 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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