Study for an Archway

Charles Sprague Pearce, 1890/1897

The image depicts a fan-shaped landscape with an elevated viewpoint. The horizon is located in the middle, featuring a light beige sky. A row of tall, slender trees with dark foliage is seen along the horizon. In the foreground, there is a winding pathway bordered by white fence-like structures. On the right side, a dense green mass is partially covered by a white figure draped in flowing robes. The brushstrokes are loose and fluid, giving the painting an ethereal and impressionistic look. The color scheme includes soft blues, grays, and deep greens, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

Artista: Charles Sprague Pearce
Fecha: 1890/1897
Tipo: Dibujo
Técnica: graphite and watercolor on tan laid paper
Medidas: 8 × 15,1 cm
Colección: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia: Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The image depicts a fan-shaped landscape with an elevated viewpoint. The horizon is located in the middle, featuring a light beige sky. A row of tall, slender trees with dark foliage is seen along the horizon. In the foreground, there is a winding pathway bordered by white fence-like structures. On the right side, a dense green mass is partially covered by a white figure draped in flowing robes. The brushstrokes are loose and fluid, giving the painting an ethereal and impressionistic look. The color scheme includes soft blues, grays, and deep greens, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

Charles Sprague Pearce