The First of September, Morning
1794
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1794
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The painting shows a scene on a morning in September. It's a simple image with a lot of detail. The artist used a technique to create deep shadows and bright lights, which is called chiaroscuro, a way to use strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume. To learn more about this style, look into the technique: chiaroscuro.
