Pan IV (Arcadia)
1899
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1899
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows three nude figures in a bright, sunlit landscape. Two people are lying down in the grass, while a third stands nearby, holding a baby. The background has tall trees and a wavy, golden sky with green leaves scattered around. The brushstrokes are loose and colorful, giving it a dreamy, almost sketchy feel. This style was common in early 1900s art. Next, look up lithography to see how this print was made.