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River Landscape with a Passing Storm

Jean-Jacques de Boissieu

National Gallery of Art

The image features a landscape with a flowing river seen from a low vantage point. Rugged cliffs with a waterfall are in the background. A structure is visible on the cliffs. The artwork has fine brushstrokes detailing trees, the waterfall, and the river. The color palette is monochromatic. The river flows swiftly, rocks are visible, and trees line a path on the right. Two cows are present. The landscape transitions into rocky outcroppings and dense trees in the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
1809
Medium
etching and engraving with touches of roulette on laid paper
Dimensions
4627 × 3411 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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