Portal des Hôtel d’Uzès, Rue Montmartre, Paris

Französische Grafik 1762–1775, 1768 oder 1784

The image depicts an elaborately decorated archway, resembling a triumphal arch. The horizon is shown through the line of the arch's base and adjacent walls. Detailed brushstrokes display intricate carvings and reliefs on the columns and frieze. The color palette consists of sepia tones and browns. People in historical attire are gathered, conversing or walking. In the distance, an inner passageway and other structures can be seen. The composition's muted colors and linear perspective highlight the architecture and period setting.
Künstler
Französische Grafik 1762–1775
Datierung
1768 oder 1784
Gattung
Zeichnung
Technik
pen and black ink with watercolor on laid paper
Maße
39,7 × 54 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

The image depicts an elaborately decorated archway, resembling a triumphal arch. The horizon is shown through the line of the arch's base and adjacent walls. Detailed brushstrokes display intricate carvings and reliefs on the columns and frieze. The color palette consists of sepia tones and browns. People in historical attire are gathered, conversing or walking. In the distance, an inner passageway and other structures can be seen. The composition's muted colors and linear perspective highlight the architecture and period setting.

Französische Grafik 1762–1775