The image depicts an outdoor landscape scene seen from a slightly elevated viewpoint. In the distance towards the left, there are mountains fading into the sky. In the central area, there is a copse of large trees casting shadows. Closest to the viewer, there is a small body of water winding through the scene, reflecting the surrounding land. An animal stands near the water. The sky is filled with dark clouds and some lighter areas, creating contrast. The etching technique used is intricate, with detailed cross-hatching adding texture and depth. The color palette is black and white, giving…
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Trees in a Storm

Alexandre Calame (Swiss, 1810 - 1864)

1840

Medium
etching on chine collé
Classification
Print
Dimensions
plate: 21 x 27.4 cm (8 1/4 x 10 13/16 in.) ; sheet: 26.5 x 36 cm (10 7/16 x 14 3/16 in.)
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Kids profiles and older: it shows nature, places, still life or a children's book. How works are placed

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