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Coastal View (A Foreboding of Sadness)

Vittore Grubicy

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a wide, open landscape with the horizon slightly below the center. A dark, horizontal band defines the horizon with a flock of birds flying. The artwork uses soft brushstrokes to create a dreamy atmosphere, especially in the sky with gentle, diffused clouds. The color palette is primarily sepia tones, giving a warm and nostalgic effect. A reflection on water mirrors the horizon, while soft clouds in the distance enhance the serene atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
1893/1894
Medium
etching with monotype wiping, printed in sepia on wove paper
Dimensions
9152 × 4781 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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