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By the Old Oak Trees

James Goodwyn Clonney

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woodland scene with grand trees dominating the composition. Delicate pencil strokes convey the trees' texture and foliage. Two figures are depicted, one standing and the other sitting. In the distance, more trees and a small building are visible. The monochromatic image uses soft gray against beige, highlighting the natural forms and details of the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1839
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
4000 × 3240 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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