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Dairsie II

John Clerk, of Eldin

National Gallery of Art

The image is a landscape drawing depicting a scene from an elevated perspective. The composition includes a tree line, buildings, a church tower, and a large structure slightly above center. The fine brushstrokes capture detailed textures such as leaves, structures, and water flowing beneath a bridge. The drawing features a bridge crossing a waterway towards cottages surrounded by trees. The monochromatic palette emphasizes contrast and detail in the serene pastoral view.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1770/1782
Medium
etching and drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
9448 × 4018 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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