Walls of a North African City

Britische Grafik 1884–1895,

The image offers an elevated perspective showing the ground, buildings in the distance, and a relatively high horizon. A white building with purple and yellow hues is prominent. Loose and fluid brushstrokes give an impressionistic feel. The color palette includes soft pastels and vibrant accents, with light blues in the sky and hints of yellow, purple, and pink on the structures. Figures in red are seen near us, adding touches of liveliness. The scene conveys a sense of space and depth under the expansive sky.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1884–1895
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor over graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
11.2 × 18.6 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image offers an elevated perspective showing the ground, buildings in the distance, and a relatively high horizon. A white building with purple and yellow hues is prominent. Loose and fluid brushstrokes give an impressionistic feel. The color palette includes soft pastels and vibrant accents, with light blues in the sky and hints of yellow, purple, and pink on the structures. Figures in red are seen near us, adding touches of liveliness. The scene conveys a sense of space and depth under the expansive sky.

Britische Grafik 1884–1895