Artwork preview

Two Ancient Trees before a Mountain Peak

attributed to Jules Dupré

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large tree with sprawling branches and leaves taking up most of the canvas. Towards the top half, the horizon is visible meeting the sky, with faint outlines of mountains and distant trees in the background. The artist uses delicate brushstrokes to create texture in the foliage, resulting in a full and dynamic appearance. The color scheme consists mainly of green and brown tones, with touches of blue in the leaves and sky, creating a calm and natural atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1830
Medium
watercolor on wove paper
Dimensions
4641 × 3400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original