Forest at Saint-Cloud

1859-1860

Louis-Rémy Robert

Associated Names
Louis-Rémy Robert

Artist, French, 1810 - 1882

The image shows a forest with tall trees, viewed from a low angle. The horizon is hidden by the thick tree canopy. A pathway leads into the forest and a person stands among the trees. The image has a monochromatic and sepia tone, creating a warm and earthy atmosphere. The presence of shadows and glimpses of light filtering through the trees add depth to the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    albumen silver print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    image: 26.1 x 20.1 cm (10 1/4 x 7 15/16 in.)
    sheet: 28.2 x 22 cm (11 1/8 x 8 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.36.111

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

David and Mary Robinson, Sausalito, CA; NGA purchase, 1995.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

1986

  • 19th-Century Photographs from the Collection of Mary and David Robinson, Achenbach Foundation for Graphic Arts, California Palace of the Legion of Honor, San Francisco, 1986.

Wikidata ID

Q64157606

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