Buildings by Moonlight

Amerikaanse landschapsschilderkunst, ca. 1875

The image displays a landscape from an elevated point of view, focusing on a cluster of structures with an ancient or ruined appearance. The horizon is low, marked by jagged, rocky formations. The brushstrokes are loose and textured, with soft edges blending the elements. The color palette consists of muted earth tones—shades of gray, brown, and hints of yellow. In the distance, the land rises into dark, rolling hills or cliffs, with a reflective body of water adding depth to the composition.
Kunstenaar
Amerikaanse landschapsschilderkunst
Datering
ca. 1875
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
black ink wash and watercolor on wove paper
Afmetingen
13,02 × 17,62 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image displays a landscape from an elevated point of view, focusing on a cluster of structures with an ancient or ruined appearance. The horizon is low, marked by jagged, rocky formations. The brushstrokes are loose and textured, with soft edges blending the elements. The color palette consists of muted earth tones—shades of gray, brown, and hints of yellow. In the distance, the land rises into dark, rolling hills or cliffs, with a reflective body of water adding depth to the composition.

Amerikaanse landschapsschilderkunst