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Ruins near Beirut, Lebanon

Louis Vignes

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a landscape with large, irregular stone blocks scattered everywhere. Two people in dark clothing sit among the stones. One person is on the left, resting against a stone, while the other is in the center-right, gazing ahead. The horizon is not clearly visible due to overcast skies. The color scheme is monochromatic with earthy tones. The stones have a rough texture, with wild grass growing between them. In the distance, a line of stone blocks extends to the horizon, blending with the sky.

Artwork Details

Date
1864
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
4000 × 2716 px
Public Domain
Yes
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