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Panorama of the Coast at Sunset

Francis Danby

National Gallery of Art

The image is a landscape drawing depicting the meeting of the sky and land. The horizon line is slightly above the center, with an open, barren landscape. The artwork features broad brushstrokes creating textures and tones. The color scheme is monochromatic, with warm sepia tones creating an aged atmosphere. The scene transitions from darker tones in the foreground to lighter tones in the sky, with clouds adding depth.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1813
Medium
brown wash with white heightening on wove paper
Dimensions
5406 × 2283 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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