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Drover with Two Mules

Joachim Franz Beich

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a landscape view from an elevated perspective. The horizon line is in the upper third, partially blocked by a hill with trees. The sky shows linear cloud formations. On the left, a figure tends to a packhorse near a stone bridge. In the middle, two figures sit on a rocky outcrop. The scene is created using monochrome ink, emphasizing textures and contrasts. The colors are limited to black ink on light paper, highlighting the intricate details and balance of the etching.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1700-1725
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
8746 × 11410 px
Public Domain
Yes
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