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Tree Study

John Ruskin

National Gallery of Art

The image is a watercolor painting depicting a woodland scene. The viewpoint is at eye level, offering a view of a forest. A birch tree is prominently featured on the left side of the composition. The painting uses soft brushstrokes to depict the tree trunk and a subtle color palette to create an ethereal atmosphere. The landscape extends into the distance, with hints of trees and foliage in a misty background.

Artwork Details

Date
mid-1850s
Medium
pen and black ink with blue-gray and gray washes over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
4783 × 3533 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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