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Rocken End in a Storm, Isle of Wight

Roger Fenton

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a rocky landscape with an upwards perspective. The slope is filled with large boulders. The horizon is obscured by mist or fog, creating depth. There are no visible brushstrokes, suggesting it may be a photograph with a grainy, sepia-tone texture. The color palette is earthy and muted, dominated by browns and beiges. Rocks in the foreground are detailed, while smaller rocks and landforms fade into the mist in the background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1853
Medium
salted paper print
Dimensions
5456 × 4445 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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