Avenue of Trees

John Hayter

Associated Names
John Hayter

Artist, British, 1800 - 1895

The image shows a sketch of an outdoor scene with a tree-lined path leading into the distance. The horizon is obscured by the dense trees on either side, forming a natural arch overhead. The sketch is done in loose pencil strokes with blue washes highlighting the treetops and small figures near the trees. The color palette is primarily gray and tan with hints of blue, creating a tranquil atmosphere. In the distance, a small figure is seen on the path.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite with blue and gray washes on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of William B. O'Neal

  • Dimensions

    overall: 11.4 x 19.5 cm (4 1/2 x 7 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.52.72

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Thos. Agnew & Sons Ltd., London); purchased by William B. O'Neal, Charlottesville, VA, 1966-1994; gift to NGA, 1995.

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