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The Village by the River

Peter Henry Emerson

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape with a river running through it. The viewpoint is at eye level. In the background, there are small buildings and trees along the horizon. On the right side of the riverbank, there is a group of leafless trees with their reflections in the water. The image is in black and white, with a soft focus and smooth tones. The sky is light and overcast, blending with the water's reflection.

Artwork Details

Date
1890-1891, printed 1893
Medium
photogravure
Dimensions
7572 × 4677 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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