The image shows a body of water with large trees dominating the scene. The horizon is low, where water meets land or dense foliage. The brushstrokes are intricate and detailed, creating depth and complexity in the tree branches and foliage. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black and dark brown against a light background to enhance contrast and texture. The tree branches are wide and thick, with a dense canopy. The water reflects the darkness of the trees contrasted by lighter patches.
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Trees Overhanging a Pond

Alexandre Calame (Swiss, 1810 - 1864)

1845

Medium
etching
Classification
Portfolio
Dimensions
plate: 10.9 x 16 cm (4 5/16 x 6 5/16 in.) ; sheet: 26.8 x 35.8 cm (10 9/16 x 14 1/8 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
Little Ones profiles and older: it shows gentle subjects for the very young. How works are placed

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