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The Cliffs of the Trinity

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a landscape with towering rock formations dominating the scene. The ground is rugged and textured, leading the eye towards the rock pillars in the center. A structure or building is perched atop one of these rocks. The background shows the horizon above the structure, with clouds and sky stretching out beyond. The artwork features detailed brushstrokes adding texture to the rocks. The color palette is monochromatic with varying shades of charcoal or ink, emphasizing the contrast between the rocks and the sky.

Artwork Details

Date
1913
Medium
lithograph in black on Van Gelder Zonen laid paper
Dimensions
4000 × 3169 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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