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Rider in the Countryside

French 19th Century (Possibly Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps)

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a low horizon view of an open landscape. The sketch features loose brushstrokes with visible pencil or charcoal lines outlining trees, figures, and animals. The color palette is muted, with earthy browns and greys dominating. In the foreground, there are vegetation and undefined shapes. Further back, a figure rides a horse, accompanied by two other animals. The background shows sketched silhouettes of trees.

Artwork Details

Medium
charcoal heightened with white on brown paper
Dimensions
4486 × 3443 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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