Landscape

1858

Frank Chauvassaigne

Associated Names
Frank Chauvassaigne

Artist, French, born 1831

The image features a dirt road curving to the left between tall rocky cliffs. The horizon is hidden by cliffs and slopes, with rugged terrain and sparse vegetation visible. A prominent rock formation with a peak stands out in the composition. The sepia-toned color scheme enhances the texture and detail of the rocks and road, creating an antique effect. The natural elements form a visually striking landscape scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    albumen silver print

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Charles Isaacs and Carol Nigro

  • Dimensions

    image/sheet: 20.5 × 30.2 cm (8 1/16 × 11 7/8 in.)
    mount: 31.3 × 47.6 cm (12 5/16 × 18 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2014.158.2

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Leon Herschtritt, Paris); Charles Isaacs, New York, 1998; gift to NGA, 2014.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64147647

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