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Flooding in the Forest of the Ile Séguin

Paul Huet

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a spectator in a dense forest, looking down a shaded path that leads deeper into the woods. The etching shows intricate, fine lines creating detail in the bark of the trees and foliage. The dense trees fill the scene, casting patterns of shadow and light. The trunks of the trees dominate the foreground, emphasizing the untamed nature of the setting. The path leads into a shadowed area in the distance. The color palette is monochromatic, featuring shades of black and white, enhancing the contrasts between light and shadow.

Artwork Details

Date
1833
Medium
etching on chine collé
Dimensions
4401 × 3409 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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