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Hilly Forest View with a Fern

Carl August Lebschée

National Gallery of Art

The image features a detailed view of a natural scene from an eye-level perspective. The horizon is not distinctly visible, as the composition is primarily filled with plants and rocky elements. In the middle of the image, a large, textured rock is surrounded by lush fern leaves, which dominate the space closest to us. The brushstrokes and etchings are meticulous, capturing the intricate details of the foliage and the rock's surface. The color palette is monochromatic, utilizing shades of black and white to convey depth and contrast, which accentuates the visual impact of the fern leaves and the ruggedness of the rock. In the background, faint outlines of trees add a subtle context of a forested area.

Artwork Details

Date
1829
Medium
lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
12963 × 9138 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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