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Soapweed, Arizona (no. 2)

George Elbert Burr

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a desert landscape with tall yucca plants in bloom. The sky fills the upper half of the image, with subtle shading suggesting a cloudy atmosphere. The yucca plants are depicted in detail, with delicate brushstrokes highlighting their leaves and flowers. The color palette is monochromatic, with varying shades of black, white, and gray. The desert terrain extends into the distance, with rocky formations and other plants fading into the horizon.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1924
Medium
etching, drypoint, and aquatint in black
Dimensions
3477 × 5064 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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