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Corner of a Meadow with a Stream

Franz Innocenz Josef Kobell

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape viewed from a slightly elevated point. The horizon is in the upper third of the composition, obscured by hills and bushes, with subtle lines of vegetation and small trees leading into the distance. The brushstrokes are loose and fluid, with expressive lines and washes creating a sense of movement in the foliage and water. The color palette is monochromatic, with varying shades of brown and sepia tones. A stream winds through rocky and bushy terrain, with detailed textures, and in the distance, the land blends smoothly with the sky.

Artwork Details

Date
1800/1820
Medium
brush and dark brown ink, with framing lines in pen and black ink and graphite, on very light green laid paper
Dimensions
4444 × 3674 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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