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The Monastery in the Forest

Carl Blechen

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an old stone castle surrounded by trees. A tall spire and turret rise above the castle. The horizon is low in the composition, mostly hidden by tree foliage. The drawing is detailed with intricate lines and cross-hatching, creating textures and shadows on the stone and vegetation. The color palette is monochrome sepia. A small river flows near the castle with shrubs on its banks. A small figure sits near the stream. Trees continue into the background.

Artwork Details

Date
1823
Medium
etching on chine collé
Dimensions
4220 × 3364 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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