Au bord de l'eau

Au bord de l'eau

Karl Bodmer

1851

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene scene of a deer and two foxes near a body of water. The deer stands in the foreground, while the foxes are positioned behind it. The setting is a natural landscape with trees and grass. In the background, the sky is visible, adding to the peaceful atmosphere of the scene. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of harmony between the animals and their surroundings. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.

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