St. Germain by Joseph Pennell

St. Germain 1893

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print, etching-on-laid-paper

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amateur sketch

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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print

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pencil sketch

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personal sketchbook

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ink colored

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united-states

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sketchbook drawing

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etching-on-laid-paper

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sketchbook art

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watercolor

"St. Germain" is an etching by American artist Joseph Pennell, created in 1893. The work captures a picturesque landscape view of the French town of Saint-Germain-en-Laye, known for its rich history and stunning scenery. Pennell, a renowned printmaker, utilized delicate lines and subtle shading to evoke the atmosphere of the countryside. The print's soft tones and gentle curves create a sense of tranquility and evoke the beauty of the French landscape. Today, this etching is part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, showcasing Pennell's expertise in capturing the essence of a place through the art of etching.

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