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Pont Marie

Eugène Atget

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a ground-level perspective of an arched stone bridge spanning horizontally across the scene. The horizon is obscured by the bridge, creating a visual barrier between the viewer and the distant landscape. Through the bridge's arches, a misty body of water and some structures can be seen in the distance. The photo has a sepia tone, giving it a vintage aesthetic. Two large trees with textured bark stand on cobblestone pavement in the foreground, with branches reaching into the canopy above. The composition features dark and light contrasts, emphasizing texture in the stone and foliage.

Artwork Details

Date
1926
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
4083 × 3134 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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