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Study for an Archway

Charles Sprague Pearce

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a circular composition viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. The scene features a landscape with tall trees on the left and two figures in robes on the right pointing forward. The brushstrokes appear fluid, creating a stylized look. The monochromatic palette uses shades of gray and black to emphasize shape and form. Small shrubs are depicted nearby, with a path or road leading into the distance towards hills.

Artwork Details

Date
1890/1897
Medium
graphite and watercolor on tan laid paper
Dimensions
5293 × 2786 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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