Castle with a Moat

Castle with a Moat

Carel Collaert

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a castle surrounded by a wide moat. People walk along the path beside the water, and a few stand near the bridge. Trees line the scene, and buildings crowd the castle walls. The sky is busy with birds and wavy lines. The artist used a mix of sharp lines and shading to show depth. The castle looks like a mix of old stone and wood, with a tall tower and small windows. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this one made prints.

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