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Autumn

Conrad Meyer

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a rural scene with a farmer sowing seeds in the foreground. A large tree is on the left with workers attending to it. In the background, there is a distant cityscape with spires and towers. The scene is depicted in shades of sepia and black with detailed cross-hatching and line work showcasing a sense of movement and detail in the countryside.

Artwork Details

Date
1648
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4659 × 2646 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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