
Water Dock
Bléry, Eugène · French
1840
- Medium
- etching with drypoint and roulette on chine collé
- Classification
- Portfolio
- Period
- 1826 to 1850
- Image size
- 4513 × 3365px
Description
The image shows a close-up view of dense foliage in a natural scene. The viewer is at a low angle, almost at ground level, surrounded by plants. The horizon is not in view, with vegetation dominating the space. The image is a detailed etching style with fine lines and textures depicting leaves and grass. It is rendered in a monochrome palette of black and white, creating contrast. There is a wooden structure partially visible to the right, adding a rustic element. The image captures natural textures and depth in intricate detail.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).