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Waldlandschaft, by Unknown, 1850

Waldlandschaft

Unknown

1850

From the collection of Art Collection of the University Göttingen

Dominant colour

Overview

Waldlandschaft is a 1850 by Unknown, depicting Wood, held at Art Collection of the University Göttingen.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Art Collection of the University Göttingen

About this work

This painting shows a quiet forest by a shallow river. Tall trees line the water’s edge, their green leaves fading to brown in places. A few small figures are scattered around—some near the shore, others in a boat on the water. Cows graze on the grassy bank, and the sky above is pale with a few soft clouds. The brushstrokes are loose, almost sketchy, giving the scene a natural, unfinished feel. The colors are muted, with earthy greens and browns dominating. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build texture with lines.

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