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East View of Mount Vernon Mansion

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an elevated view of the Mount Vernon Mansion. The horizon line is in the middle, dividing the foreground from the sky. The mansion is in the center, displaying its grand architecture. The brushstroke technique is precise and detailed. The color palette includes greens, browns, and creams. There is a grassy area in the foreground with figures and a dog. Trees frame the buildings, and the sky transitions from light blue to beige with white clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1860
Medium
hand-colored lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
4000 × 2912 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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