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Simon Mathurin Lantara

French, 1729 - 1778

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The image shows a landscape view with an elevated perspective looking out towards a scene. A village with a church steeple is visible across a stream, with a mountain rising on the right. A stone structure is situated on the mountain slope. The image is monochromatic, likely created with charcoal, showcasing soft shades and textures on trees and rocks. The color palette is limited to earthy tones. Rocks and trees in the foreground lead the eye towards the distant elements of the landscape. — Simon Mathurin Lantara, Moonlit Landscape with a River and Castle, c. 1770/1778, black chalk and white chalk on brown paper, Gift of Funds from Merritt P. Dyke, 2022.116.1

Moonlit Landscape with a River and Castle

Simon Mathurin Lantara · c. 1770/1778 · black chalk and white chalk on brown paper · 2022.116.1