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Near the Pool at Jas de Bouffan

Paul Cezanne

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a sketch of a natural scene with trees viewed from a frontal perspective. There are vertical elements, likely trees, dominating the composition, suggesting a wooded area. The artist uses loose pencil strokes to create a textured effect, depicting foliage and tree trunks. The color palette is monochromatic, with soft graphite hues on a pale background, enhancing shading. The scene appears simple, focusing on capturing the essence of nature with minimal detail.

Artwork Details

Date
1883/1887
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
5336 × 3328 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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