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Le Pigeonnier

Maxime Lalanne

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a landscape with a tree on the left and dense foliage throughout. In the center, a rustic building with a conical roof is partially hidden by trees. The scene is detailed with fine lines, likely from an etching technique, creating a textured appearance in black and white. A reflection on the water's surface captures the scene above, adding complexity. In the distance are more trees and part of the building.

Artwork Details

Date
1869
Medium
etching on chine collé on wove paper
Dimensions
9605 × 6850 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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