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The Old Violin demonstrates Harnett's crisp, linear style. There are virtually no signs of brushwork. He used special tools and techniques to make the hinges, news clipping, twine, and stamp. Touch the highlighted areas to discover the unusual techniques Harnett used to fool his viewers.
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Michael Harnett, The Old Violin, 1886, National Gallery
of Art, Washington, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Mellon Scaife in
honor of Paul Mellon 1993.15.1
