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The Hayloft

John William North

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an interior barn scene with sunlight streaming through an open window. The painting depicts a rustic, earthy setting with a wooden shutter partially closed on one side. On the floor, there's a woven basket and scattered hay. The light coming through the window illuminates the scene with a warm glow, casting soft shadows around. This is in the style of George John Pinwell, known for detailed renderings of everyday scenes.

Artwork Details

Date
1867
Medium
watercolor with gouache and scratching out on wove paper, laid down on board
Dimensions
6603 × 5346 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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