Glacial Boulders at the Edge of a Mountain

1800/1810

Jean Antoine Linck

Associated Names
Jean Antoine Linck

Artist, Swiss, 1766 - 1843

The sketch shows a landscape with large rock formations dominating the scene. The rocks are positioned prominently, with a sloping terrain leading to the left. In the left part of the drawing, the horizon meets a distant, vaguely defined skyline or mountain range. Delicate pencil strokes are used to outline the rocks and sparse vegetation, creating a textured look. The color palette is monochromatic, primarily using shades of gray. The composition is simple, with gentle tones in the rock surfaces and landscape, creating a serene and contemplative effect.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on light blue laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Andrew and Pauline Robison

  • Dimensions

    overall: 19 x 23.7 cm (7 1/2 x 9 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2007.140.1


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Andrew Robison, Washington, D.C.; gift to NGA, 2007.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: J.A. Linck

Wikidata ID

Q64580990

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