Isis

J. M. W. Turner, publié en 1819

The image shows a landscape with a scenic view taken from a slightly elevated angle. In the foreground, there is detailed foliage and greenery, with a leafy plant and a smaller plant with cascading leaves. Behind the greenery, there are architectural elements including a circular structure with grand columns and a richly decorated rectangular structure. In the background, there is a line of trees against an open sky. The image is rendered using fine linework and a monochromatic palette with subtle variations in ink.
Artiste
J. M. W. Turner
Datation
publié en 1819
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Eau-forte
Dimensions
28 × 42,5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The image shows a landscape with a scenic view taken from a slightly elevated angle. In the foreground, there is detailed foliage and greenery, with a leafy plant and a smaller plant with cascading leaves. Behind the greenery, there are architectural elements including a circular structure with grand columns and a richly decorated rectangular structure. In the background, there is a line of trees against an open sky. The image is rendered using fine linework and a monochromatic palette with subtle variations in ink.

J. M. W. Turner