An Old Dam Near Montrose
1891
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1891
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This picture shows a quiet pond surrounded by trees and bushes. The water is calm, with a few ripples and a small patch of land in the middle. In the background, a hillside covered in trees rises, and there’s a tiny building or shed tucked near the water’s edge. The artist used a dark, grainy style that looks almost like a sketch. The brushstrokes are loose, giving the scene a soft, dreamy feel. Next, check out the technique: aquatint to see how this print was made.
