Londra vista da Greenwich

J. M. W. Turner, pubblicato nel 1811

The viewpoint is elevated, overlooking a landscape sloping down to reveal a detailed architectural scene. The horizon is high, showing a sprawling cityscape with ships docked along the waterline. Prominent buildings with domes and classical features are in the center, framed by trees. The illustration has precise pen work, depicting natural elements and buildings with fine lines. The color palette is monochrome, varying shades of light brown. Sheep are grazing on a grassy hillside, with a detailed urban and maritime panorama extending into the distance.
Artista
J. M. W. Turner
Datazione
pubblicato nel 1811
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
Acquaforte
Dimensioni
28,6 × 42,3 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The viewpoint is elevated, overlooking a landscape sloping down to reveal a detailed architectural scene. The horizon is high, showing a sprawling cityscape with ships docked along the waterline. Prominent buildings with domes and classical features are in the center, framed by trees. The illustration has precise pen work, depicting natural elements and buildings with fine lines. The color palette is monochrome, varying shades of light brown. Sheep are grazing on a grassy hillside, with a detailed urban and maritime panorama extending into the distance.

J. M. W. Turner