In Memoriam - Column at Left

Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857, 19th century

The image shows a group of figures in dark robes surrounding a large obelisk with flowers. One figure stands out in a white gown. Lush vegetation surrounds them, including tall trees and a weeping willow. In the background, an ancient column and a bridge over water lead to a distant townscape. The sky is cloudy with earthy tones, and the colors are soft and muted.
Artist
Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857
Date
19th century
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor on paper mounted on wood
Dimensions
44.4 × 60 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows a group of figures in dark robes surrounding a large obelisk with flowers. One figure stands out in a white gown. Lush vegetation surrounds them, including tall trees and a weeping willow. In the background, an ancient column and a bridge over water lead to a distant townscape. The sky is cloudy with earthy tones, and the colors are soft and muted.

Amerikanische Grafik 1850–1857