Large Trees Seen against the Sun (Les grandes arbres: Effet du soir)
1874
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1874
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Tall trees stand dark against a bright, glowing sky. The branches look like lace cutouts. The sun bleeds light around the trunks, making them sharper. The artist mixed three printing methods: etching, drypoint, and aquatint. This gives the print depth and soft shadows. It feels almost like a photograph. The effect is quiet but striking. Look for the way edges fade into the light. Find more like this at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
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