An Ancient Pine Forest with a Mountain Stream
1847
gouache
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Alexandre Calame
Alexandre Calame (1810–1864) was an artist, born in Vevey.
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gouache
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
An Ancient Pine Forest with a Mountain Stream is a 1847 gouache by Alexandre Calame, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a quiet forest with tall pine trees and a winding stream. The trees are dark and spiky, while the ground is a mix of soft browns and greens. Light filters through the branches, making some spots glow. The stream cuts through the scene, reflecting the trees slightly. The artist used thin layers of paint to build up the colors, making the trees look almost three-dimensional. This technique lets light and shadow play across the surface naturally. Look up watercolor, glazing to see how artists create depth with transparent layers.
Alexandre Calame (1810–1864) was an artist, born in Vevey.
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