Tower of Winds

Deutsche Grafik 1890–1903, 1890

The image shows a historical building with an octagonal structure in the center. The structure is made of stone blocks, adorned with carvings near the top, with a partially gated entrance facing towards us. To the left are residential buildings with shuttered windows and archways. A palm tree is visible on the right, and the sky has soft clouds. The horizon is not clear, but it appears above the central structure. The artwork is in a monochromatic sepia palette with a mix of soft and bold brushstrokes for texture. Light and shadow in the brushstrokes create depth and showcase the stonework craftsmanship. An iron fence guides the viewer's eye into the scene.
Artiste
Deutsche Grafik 1890–1903
Datation
1890
Catégorie
Dessin
Technique
pen and black ink and watercolor over touches of graphite and black chalk
Dimensions
19,2 × 15,1 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

The image shows a historical building with an octagonal structure in the center. The structure is made of stone blocks, adorned with carvings near the top, with a partially gated entrance facing towards us. To the left are residential buildings with shuttered windows and archways. A palm tree is visible on the right, and the sky has soft clouds. The horizon is not clear, but it appears above the central structure. The artwork is in a monochromatic sepia palette with a mix of soft and bold brushstrokes for texture. Light and shadow in the brushstrokes create depth and showcase the stonework craftsmanship. An iron fence guides the viewer's eye into the scene.

Deutsche Grafik 1890–1903