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An der Haidnaab, by Max Joseph Wagenbauer, ink, 1806

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Overview

An der Haidnaab is a 1806 ink by Max Joseph Wagenbauer, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Max Joseph Wagenbauer
When & what style?
1806 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This drawing shows a quiet countryside scene with rocky cliffs and a small valley. Trees and bushes fill the hills, while a lone person and a few cows graze near a stream. The sky is light and soft, blending into the distant hills. The artist used fine lines to show texture in the rocks and grass, making the scene feel detailed but peaceful. This kind of drawing was made using a special printing method. Next, look up lithography to see how this technique works.

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