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Mists in the Canyon, No.II, by Joseph Pennell, ink, 1912

Mists in the Canyon, No.II

Joseph Pennell

1912

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Mists in the Canyon, No.II is a 1912 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Joseph Pennell
When & what style?
1912
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

You're looking at a lithograph called Mists in the Canyon, No.II. The scene is set in a canyon, with towering cliffs on both sides. The cliffs are dark and rocky, with some trees and bushes growing out of the cracks. In the distance, you can see a misty veil rising from the canyon floor. The lithograph is done in shades of gray, with some darker tones used to create depth and texture. The overall effect is one of mystery and atmosphere, with the mist adding a sense of eeriness to the scene. If you want to learn more about the artist who created this lithograph, check out Pennell, Joseph.

About the artist

Portrait of Joseph Pennell
Artist

Joseph Pennell

Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.

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