The Erpingham Gate, Norwich

Britische Grafik 1790–1796, 1791

The image depicts an architectural gateway leading into a courtyard, featuring a symmetrical view of a Gothic-style window and spire of a building in the distance. The view is straight-on, showing cobblestone paths and intricate carvings on the gateway. A man leans against the left wall, while a couple stands on the right. The detailed brushwork style highlights the architectural details with fine lines. The color palette includes muted tones of gray, beige, and light blues. Statues, ornamental details, and faint clouds are seen in the sky above the gateway.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1790–1796
Date
1791
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and black ink, gray wash, and watercolor on laid paper
Dimensions
44.7 × 25.5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image depicts an architectural gateway leading into a courtyard, featuring a symmetrical view of a Gothic-style window and spire of a building in the distance. The view is straight-on, showing cobblestone paths and intricate carvings on the gateway. A man leans against the left wall, while a couple stands on the right. The detailed brushwork style highlights the architectural details with fine lines. The color palette includes muted tones of gray, beige, and light blues. Statues, ornamental details, and faint clouds are seen in the sky above the gateway.

Britische Grafik 1790–1796