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Monte Circeo at Sunset

John Robert Cozens

National Gallery of Art

The image is a landscape viewed from an elevated angle. The horizon is visible in the distance, with mountains meeting the sky. The sun is present behind a dominant mountain mass. The brushstrokes create a smooth texture blending the elements, including the sky and clouds that cover much of the upper part of the image. The color palette includes earthy tones in the foreground, transitioning to grays and blues in the water and mountains, and pale blues and creams in the sky. In the lower right, there is a curving path with a small group of figures walking towards the landscape. The overall atmosphere is tranquil and serene.

Artwork Details

Date
1780s
Medium
watercolor on paper; laid down on original presentation mount
Dimensions
4424 × 3009 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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