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Hesbeen

Roelant Roghman

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a pastoral scene with an elevated perspective. The horizon is positioned about one-third from the top, featuring a row of trees and buildings blending into the landscape. A church with a tall spire is a focal point. The artwork uses fine, detailed lines to depict textures in the trees, buildings, and sky, with cross-hatching for shading. The color scheme is monochromatic with black ink on a pale background. Two figures walk along a path towards a cluster of buildings and trees. The sky has wispy clouds, contributing to the serene atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4872 × 3069 px
Public Domain
Yes
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