Oberland Bernois

Oberland Bernois

Alexandre Calame

1838

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This print shows a rugged mountain scene with sharp rocks and dense trees. A small stream cuts through the foreground, leading your eye toward a distant waterfall. The sky is mostly empty, with just a few wispy clouds. The artist used fine lines to create texture, making the rocks and trees look almost three-dimensional. This style was common in the 1800s for capturing nature’s details. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made prints with acid and metal plates.

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