Porta San Lorenzo, Rome

Französische Grafik 1845–1855, midden 19e eeuw

The image shows an ancient city wall with crenellations and a tower positioned on the left side. The horizon line is low, with no competing elements. The brushstrokes are subtle, suggesting a watercolor technique. The color palette consists of muted earthy tones and pale blue. A path or road leads the eye towards distant architectural structures, creating depth. The city wall extends towards additional towers in the distance under a pale blue sky.
Kunstenaar
Französische Grafik 1845–1855
Datering
midden 19e eeuw
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
watercolor and graphite on blue wove paper, mounted on an album sheet
Afmetingen
35,2 × 51 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image shows an ancient city wall with crenellations and a tower positioned on the left side. The horizon line is low, with no competing elements. The brushstrokes are subtle, suggesting a watercolor technique. The color palette consists of muted earthy tones and pale blue. A path or road leads the eye towards distant architectural structures, creating depth. The city wall extends towards additional towers in the distance under a pale blue sky.

Französische Grafik 1845–1855