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M'Elheny Farm and Bennihoof Run

Thomas H. Johnson

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sepia-toned landscape with a river in the foreground. On the opposite side of the river, there is a treeless hill with bare trees along the horizon. Various wooden derricks and industrial structures are scattered across the landscape, suggesting a historical industrial site. The water in the foreground is still, contrasting with the industrial scene in the distance. The sepia tone gives the image a vintage look, emphasizing earthy tones of brown, beige, and gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1870s
Medium
albumen silver print (carte-de-visite)
Dimensions
10341 × 6462 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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