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Welsh Hovel at Machynllaeth

George Cuitt the Younger

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a rustic wooden building viewed straight on. The horizon line is low, with trees and the building dominating the view. The sky is cloudy, with fine line textures. The detailed composition uses cross-hatching and varied line density for shadows and highlights on the building's facade and trees. The color palette is monochromatic, in shades of sepia or black and white. The weathered building and dense foliage are detailed.

Artwork Details

Date
1814
Medium
etching on chine applique
Dimensions
3738 × 3259 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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