Gebäude im Mondlicht

Amerikanische Landschaftsmalerei, um 1875

The image displays a landscape from an elevated point of view, focusing on a cluster of structures with an ancient or ruined appearance. The horizon is low, marked by jagged, rocky formations. The brushstrokes are loose and textured, with soft edges blending the elements. The color palette consists of muted earth tones—shades of gray, brown, and hints of yellow. In the distance, the land rises into dark, rolling hills or cliffs, with a reflective body of water adding depth to the composition.
Künstler
Amerikanische Landschaftsmalerei
Datierung
um 1875
Gattung
Zeichnung
Technik
Schwarze Tuschlavierung und Aquarell auf Velinpapier
Maße
13,02 × 17,62 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

The image displays a landscape from an elevated point of view, focusing on a cluster of structures with an ancient or ruined appearance. The horizon is low, marked by jagged, rocky formations. The brushstrokes are loose and textured, with soft edges blending the elements. The color palette consists of muted earth tones—shades of gray, brown, and hints of yellow. In the distance, the land rises into dark, rolling hills or cliffs, with a reflective body of water adding depth to the composition.

Amerikanische Landschaftsmalerei