Woman with a dog by a mountain lake
early to mid-19th century
Medium
Graphite, heightened with white bodycolor on tan paper; corners cut.
Dimensions
11 3/8 x 14 15/16 in. (28.9 x 38 cm) Edges cut off.
Classification
Drawings
Department
Drawings and Prints
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Eugene L. Garbaty, 1953
Accession Number
53.685.52
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Art Historical Context
In the serene "Woman with a Dog by a Mountain Lake," Swiss artist Alexandre Calame captures the majestic beauty of the Alps in this early to mid-19-century drawing. A lone woman stands with her faithful dog at the edge of a glassy lake, framed by towering mountains and lush trees—a quintessential Romantic vision blending human presence with nature's sublime power. Calame, a master of dramatic landscapes, drew inspiration from Switzerland's rugged terrain, often evoking awe and tranquility in his works. Executed in graphite heightened with white bodycolor on tan paper, the piece showcases Cala...
About the Artist
Alexandre Calame · 1810–1864
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