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Taking Up the Eel-Net

Peter Henry Emerson and T.F. Goodall

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two men standing in shallow water next to a small wooden boat, handling fishing nets. The background features distant trees, a cloudy sky, and two small structures or boats on the horizon. The overall color scheme is muted in sepia tones, giving the image a vintage appearance. The contrast between the dark clothing of the men and the lighter tones of the water and sky, with soft lighting, creates a serene and industrious atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
1886
Medium
platinum print
Dimensions
4324 × 2869 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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