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A Copse of Trees

Karl Theodor Reiffenstein

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a peaceful wooded area seen from a ground-level perspective. Trees dominate the view, with two tall trees at the center. The artwork features detailed brushwork using stippling and hatching techniques to create texture. The color palette consists of soft earthy tones, hinting at a late afternoon or early evening light. Rocks and branches are scattered in the foreground, with dense foliage framing the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1863
Medium
brown and black pen and ink on wove paper
Dimensions
3533 × 4438 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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