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Redwing, Minn. and Barnbluff

Henry Peter Bosse

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a body of water extending towards a distant shore with buildings lining the horizon. A hill rises prominently on the left side, above the structures. The style is photographic, resembling a cyanotype print in shades of blue. The foreground water is rippled, contrasting with the static buildings. The color palette is predominantly blue, creating a serene effect. The hill and buildings guide the eye across the horizon, with a soft blue sky above.

Artwork Details

Date
1889
Medium
cyanotype
Dimensions
3616 × 3065 px
Public Domain
Yes
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