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Arcadian Landscape with an Obelisk

Salomon Gessner

National Gallery of Art

The painting features a landscape view from an elevated perspective, showcasing lush vegetation and rolling hills in the distance. An obelisk-like structure is seen on the right side. The brushwork is varied, with detailed strokes for the trees and foliage, and blended strokes for the sky. The color palette is dominated by earthy greens, browns, blues, and whites. A path with figures and animals leads through the scene, transitioning into a softer focus towards the hill with the obelisk.

Artwork Details

Date
1785
Medium
gouache on laid paper
Dimensions
4543 × 3209 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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