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Coast at Monterey, California

George Elbert Burr

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a view from above a rocky landscape, with a tall tree as the focal point. The horizon is where the sky meets water, creating a sense of vast space. The artwork uses detailed lines to create texture and depth, notably in the tree's branches and foliage. The sky features diagonal lines and swirling strokes for clouds. The color palette is monochromatic, using black and white for contrast and detail, giving the image a dramatic and timeless feel.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1925
Medium
etching and drypoint in greenish-black on laid paper
Dimensions
2733 × 3509 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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