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The Edge of the Desert, Arizona

George Elbert Burr

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape featuring a rugged, rocky terrain. In the background, tall mesas rise against a sky filled with textured clouds. The horizon is elevated in the upper third of the image. Dark, detailed trees with thick foliage frame the foreground. On the right, a steep cliff with angular formations contrasts with the trees. The art style includes fine brushwork and cross-hatching for depth and texture. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray to depict light and shadow.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1926
Medium
etching and drypoint in greenish-black on laid paper
Dimensions
3227 × 2729 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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