In 'The Oxbow' it is features of the painting such as the grey/blue storm in the background and the emerging, uncultivated agriculture on the left hand side that are the sublime; whilst the on the right side, with clear, light blue skies and some what urbanized pastures the style is picturesque. ... 'On the hill in the far background, logging scars in the forest can be observed, which appear to form Hebrew letters. ...

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The choice of landscape works well with the depiction of a soon to be civilized area due to the vast resources represented such as rivers, lush green forests and large open space. ... Chiaroscuro was another common characteristic that was used to draw balance to all forms in the painting creating a more dramatic appeal through light and shadow. ...

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