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Sheer Cliffs above a Coastal Road

John White Abbott

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a cliff overlooking the sea. The horizon is a quarter down from the top, with the calm sea meeting the sky. The brushstrokes are delicate and detailed, showing the rocky cliff and lush vegetation. The color palette is monochromatic with light grays. A path winds through foliage on the cliff, and a small figure stands near the edge. Tall trees lean over the cliff.

Artwork Details

Date
1810
Medium
pen and black ink with gray wash on wove paper
Dimensions
2955 × 4205 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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