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The Edge of the Broad

Peter Henry Emerson

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a landscape with a water channel running diagonally from the bottom right towards the distance. A rustic house with a thatched roof is seen on the right side among trees. The sky is lightly clouded. Trees, some bare with leafless branches, are spread across marshy ground with reflections in the water. The color palette is monochromatic with muted tones of grey and brown, creating a serene atmosphere. Textures in the grass and water are visible in the photograph.

Artwork Details

Date
1890-1891, printed 1893
Medium
photogravure
Dimensions
7535 × 4859 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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