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Paris: Vue prise du pont d'Austerlitz (Paris: View Taken from the Pont d'Austerlitz)

Alfred-Alexandre Delauney

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a riverside scene with a cityscape in the distance. The horizon aligns with trees and city architecture. A cathedral or church with spires is prominent. The style is detailed etching or engraving. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of gray and sepia. Large boats are moored by the riverbank, with figures nearby suggesting activity. In the distance, there are more structures and a bridge. The sky has soft clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
1877
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
12993 × 8640 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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