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Au Valromey

Adolphe Appian

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape with a river or stream reflecting the surrounding terrain. The horizon is in the center, where the rugged terrain meets the sky. On the left, there are rock formations and foliage, while the right side features tall trees with bare branches reaching upwards. The texture is detailed with fine lines creating shadows, forms, and intricate details. The color palette is mainly dark lines on a light background, typical of a monochrome etching. The water flows from the foreground towards the distance, leading the eye towards rocky cliffs and trees.

Artwork Details

Date
1868
Medium
etching with drypoint on wove paper
Dimensions
5418 × 3211 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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