The image portrays a landscape with a horizon placed about a quarter of the way from the top. In the background, a structure emits a large plume of smoke against the sky. The viewpoint appears elevated, showing a broad view of the terrain below. Detailed lines in the land depict grassy surfaces and small depressions. Crosshatched brushstrokes illustrate movement and texture in the grass and smoke. Darker tones on the left and right suggest depth. The color palette is monochromatic, mainly sepia and black. Minimal cloud formations in the sky complement the land's color scheme.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1865
- Medium
- etching with drypoint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 4713 × 3521 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original