The Three Windmills (Les Trois Moulins) after a painting in the collection of the Duc de Praslin 1772
balthasarantondunker
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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pencil drawn
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
# print
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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horse
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men
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sketchbook drawing
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sketchbook art
"The Three Windmills (Les Trois Moulins)" is an etching by Balthasar Anton Dunker, created in 1772. This print, after a painting in the collection of the Duc de Praslin, depicts three windmills in a rural landscape. Dunker, a German artist who flourished in the 18th century, was known for his detailed and realistic depictions of landscapes, often capturing the everyday life and activities of the people within them. This print is a fine example of his work, showcasing his meticulous attention to detail in the rendering of the windmills, the rolling hills, and the figures in the scene. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this artwork in its collection.
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