St. James' Park with a View of Westminster Abbey

Britische Grafik 1775–1790,

The image displays a landscape view from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is set low with large trees lining the edge of the water and a distant cityscape with identifiable buildings and towers. The brushwork is smooth and detailed, transitioning between elements realistically. The color palette consists of earthy tones, creating a natural and atmospheric effect. The water reflects the sky with gentle ripples, and figures are dispersed throughout the scene, adding scale to the landscape.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1775–1790
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor over graphite on oatmeal paper
Dimensions
23.7 × 49.5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image displays a landscape view from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is set low with large trees lining the edge of the water and a distant cityscape with identifiable buildings and towers. The brushwork is smooth and detailed, transitioning between elements realistically. The color palette consists of earthy tones, creating a natural and atmospheric effect. The water reflects the sky with gentle ripples, and figures are dispersed throughout the scene, adding scale to the landscape.

Britische Grafik 1775–1790