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.
Artista
Britische Grafik 1884–1895
Tipo
Dibujo
Técnica
Acuarela sobre grafito en papel verjurado
Medidas
11,2 × 18,6 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

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