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Bas-Bréau, Forest of Fontainebleau

Gustave Le Gray

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woodland path with tall trees on both sides. The viewpoint is from the ground looking straight ahead along the narrowing path. The canopy of leaves overhead nearly obscures the high horizon line. The tree trunks cast shadows, and sunlight filters through the leaves onto the ground. The photograph lacks distinct brushstrokes giving it a painterly effect. The color palette is primarily sepia tones, with shades of deep browns and soft golds. In the distance, the path continues into the forest.

Artwork Details

Date
1849-1852
Medium
salted paper print
Dimensions
5159 × 3545 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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