A Yorkshire Road

A Yorkshire Road

Frank Short

1898

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This print shows a quiet countryside scene with rolling hills, a winding road, and a few scattered sheep. The sky is dramatic, with thick clouds and patches of light breaking through. Trees and small buildings dot the landscape, but the focus stays on the open land and the mood of the weather. The artist used a technique called *mezzotint*, which creates deep blacks and soft tones by scraping metal plates. This method gives the print its smooth yet textured look. Next, check out the *National Gallery of Art, Washington* to see more works like this.

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