Glimpse of the Palazzo Doria, Genova

Amerikanische Grafik 1879–1892, 1892

The point of view in this image is an eye-level view capturing an architectural scene. The horizon is high in the frame, showing buildings and a tower in the distance. Several structures, including a prominent tower with a pointed roof, are visible against a soft, pale sky. The artwork features controlled brushstrokes detailing the architecture. The color palette includes earthy beiges and browns for the buildings, lush greens for vegetation, and muted tones for the sky. Architectural details, such as stone carvings on an arched gateway, are prominent. Green foliage rises beyond this, and rooftops and walls ascend a hillside further away, adding depth to the image.
Artista
Amerikanische Grafik 1879–1892
Datazione
1892
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
transparent and opaque watercolor over graphite on wove paper
Dimensioni
25,24 × 22,86 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The point of view in this image is an eye-level view capturing an architectural scene. The horizon is high in the frame, showing buildings and a tower in the distance. Several structures, including a prominent tower with a pointed roof, are visible against a soft, pale sky. The artwork features controlled brushstrokes detailing the architecture. The color palette includes earthy beiges and browns for the buildings, lush greens for vegetation, and muted tones for the sky. Architectural details, such as stone carvings on an arched gateway, are prominent. Green foliage rises beyond this, and rooftops and walls ascend a hillside further away, adding depth to the image.

Amerikanische Grafik 1879–1892