Grove of Trees
1838
ink
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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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Grove of Trees is a 1838 ink by Alexandre Calame, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a dark, tangled forest with thick trees and bushes. The ground is rough, full of roots and uneven patches. In the background, a faint sky peeks through the branches, and two small figures stand near the water’s edge. The artist used lines to create deep shadows and texture, making the trees look almost alive. This style was popular in the 1800s for showing nature’s wild beauty. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
Alexandre Calame (1810–1864) was an artist, born in Vevey.
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