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The High Bridge Near Farmville

Woldemar Rau

1857

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

The High Bridge Near Farmville is a 1857 ink by Woldemar Rau, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Woldemar Rau
When & what style?: 1857 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This print shows a long wooden bridge stretching over a valley. Below it, a winding road cuts through green hills and small farms. The sky is pale, and the whole scene looks calm and quiet. The title says this is "The High Bridge Near Farmville," made in 1857. The artist used soft colors and careful lines to show the landscape as it really looked. Next, check out lithography to see how this print was made.