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Bellosguardo, Florence

John Singer Sargent

National Gallery of Art

The drawing shows a landscape with terraced fields, trees, shrubs, and hills. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, allowing for a clear view. The horizon is high in the picture. The pencil strokes are soft, creating a detailed texture. The color palette is monochromatic with black, gray, and beige tones.

Artwork Details

Date
1870-1872
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
4000 × 2592 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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