The image shows a town surrounded by mountains. The view is from a slightly elevated angle, offering a wide perspective of the landscape. The horizon is high due to the mountains in the background. The town is positioned on a hill to the right, with buildings and what appears to be a castle complex. The mountains rise in the background, adding to the scene. Trees are detailed in the foreground, adding depth. The color scheme includes blues, grays, and browns, creating a serene atmosphere. The brushstrokes are fine, emphasizing line work.
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View of Salzburg

Johann Georg von Dillis (German, 1759 - 1841)

1820s

Medium
pen and gray ink with gray and brown washes, heightened with pink, over graphite on blue paper
Classification
Drawing
Dimensions
overall: 31.8 x 47.4 cm (12 1/2 x 18 11/16 in.)
Culture
German
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
Julius S. Held Collection
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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