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View from the Peak of Otter, No. 2

View from the Peak of Otter, No. 2, by Woldemar Rau, ink, 1857
View from the Peak of Otter, No. 2, by Woldemar Rau, ink, 1857

View from the Peak of Otter, No. 2 is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Woldemar Rau. It dates from 1857 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. View from the Peak of Otter, No.

About this work

Overview

View from the Peak of Otter, No. 2 is a color lithograph on wove paper created by Woldemar Rau in 1857.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene mountain landscape with rolling hills, valleys, and large rocks in the foreground, where three figures stand. The background features additional mountains, trees, and buildings, evoking a sense of depth and nostalgia.

Technique & Style

Rau's use of color and composition creates a sense of distance, drawing the viewer's eye into the landscape. The warm, golden tone is characteristic of his work, which shares affinities with landscape painting traditions.

Artist & collection

Artist

Woldemar Rau

Woldemar Rau (1857–1857) was an artist.

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