East View of Mount Vernon Mansion
Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868, vers 1860
- Artiste
- Amerikanische Grafik 1857–1868
- Datation
- vers 1860
- Catégorie
- Estampe
- Technique
- hand-colored lithograph on wove paper
- Dimensions
- 25,88 × 38,74 cm
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Domaine public, CC0
Description de l’image
The image shows an elevated view of the Mount Vernon Mansion. The horizon line is in the middle, dividing the foreground from the sky. The mansion is in the center, displaying its grand architecture. The brushstroke technique is precise and detailed. The color palette includes greens, browns, and creams. There is a grassy area in the foreground with figures and a dog. Trees frame the buildings, and the sky transitions from light blue to beige with white clouds.