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Narcissus [recto]

Thomas Cole

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape viewed from a slightly elevated point. The horizon is at the top of the drawing, with mountains in the distance. The ink lines depict detailed trees and foliage with light shading for depth. The color scheme is monochrome, using parchment paper color and black ink. In the foreground, various trees lead to the distant mountains.

Artwork Details

Date
1828
Medium
pen and black ink on wove paper
Dimensions
5070 × 3298 px
Public Domain
Yes
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