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Hot Springs

after Edward Beyer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape view of a rustic town with scattered buildings nestled among trees. In the distance, a line of gentle, wooded hills forms the horizon, with a large hill or mountain mass positioned left of center. The background is dominated by this hill, with a textured appearance created by subtle brushstrokes. The color palette is muted, primarily in sepia tones and soft greens. Light and shadow play across the terrain, highlighting the land's contours and structures.

Artwork Details

Date
1857
Medium
color lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
12413 × 8840 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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