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A Rocky Pond

Laurent de La Hyre

National Gallery of Art

The image is a landscape view with a natural scene depicted in fine etching. The horizon is situated towards the middle of the composition, where the land gently rises, and a subtle outline of distant hills is visible. Large rocks and foliage are depicted close to us, with a lone, barren tree extending upwards on the left side. The etching features intricate and well-defined brushstrokes, including thin lines and cross-hatching to create texture and depth. The color palette is monochromatic, with dark tones against a lighter background. In the distance, additional clusters of trees can be seen, rendered with similar linework to convey movement and detail.

Artwork Details

Date
1640
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4527 × 2911 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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