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Whirlwinds, Mojave Desert, California (no.3)

George Elbert Burr

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a desert landscape with sparse vegetation scattered close to us. A range of rugged mountains is situated at the horizon. Dust devils or whirlwinds are rising into the sky both in the distance and just above the mountain peaks. The brushwork is fine and subtle, with delicate lines and shading creating a smooth transition from the land to the sky. The color palette is monochromatic, using various shades of gray. The overall composition gives the landscape a serene yet dynamic appearance with its gentle depiction of natural elements.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1927
Medium
drypoint and aquatint in greenish-black on laid paper
Dimensions
3461 × 2838 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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