Daims dans un Parc

Daims dans un Parc

Karl Bodmer

1851

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching shows a quiet forest scene with tall pine trees and thick bushes. In the foreground, a small herd of deer grazes near a rocky outcrop. The water below is calm, and the whole image feels still, like a peaceful moment frozen in time. The artist used fine lines to show details in the trees and grass, making the scene look almost three-dimensional. This style was common in etchings of the time. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.

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