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The English Elms

Childe Hassam

National Gallery of Art

The image features a tree with a large trunk and long branches, surrounded by lush foliage and other trees in a park setting. The artwork uses intricate linework with hatching to depict the textures of the tree and leaves. The color palette is primarily sepia tones. In the background, people are seen walking and interacting. The contrast between dark lines and light areas creates the impression of a sunny day with shadows on the ground.

Artwork Details

Date
1933
Medium
etching in black on wove paper
Dimensions
4000 × 2734 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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