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The Tomb of the Horatii and the Curatii at Albano

Louis Chaix

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an ancient, crumbling structure with detailed stonework covered in vegetation. The technique used is detailed and linear, with precise pencil strokes creating texture. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray. In the distance are trees and another structure, while the sky above is depicted with light, wispy clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1775
Medium
black chalk on wove paper
Dimensions
4728 × 3486 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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