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L'Ensorcelée

Félix-Hilaire Buhot

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a bird's-eye view of a busy outdoor scene around a large building with a tower to the left. The horizon line is at the top of the building, creating a sense of depth in the sky above. The painting shows detailed brushstrokes, creating a textured depiction of figures and the environment. The color scheme is mainly sepia, giving the artwork a warm, vintage look. The scene is filled with people engaged in various activities, with one person seated near grass and flowers. Trees and additional figures are present in the background, adding layers to the composition. Wispy clouds in the sepia-toned sky create movement and contrast.

Artwork Details

Date
1873
Medium
etching and drypoint in red on wove paper
Dimensions
7995 × 11564 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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