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Shells, Watch Hill, Rhode Island

Anonymous American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows several large seashells, including a conch and a mussel shell, in the foreground. The color scheme is primarily brown and black. In the background, two sailboats can be seen on the horizon to the right side.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
black and gray wash over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
5971 × 4587 px
Public Domain
Yes
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