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Untitled (Native American Camp), by William De La Montagne Cary, ink, 1891

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Untitled (Native American Camp) is a 1891 ink by William De La Montagne Cary, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
William De La Montagne Cary
When & what style?
1891 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a quiet riverbank with leafless trees and a few horses drinking from the water. In the distance, small tents or shelters dot the landscape near a cluster of hills. The sky is light, with soft clouds and a calm mood. The artist used fine lines to capture details like the horses’ reflections in the water. The scene looks peaceful but also a little lonely, with no people in sight. Want to know more? Check out how etching works as a printmaking technique.

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