A View from an East Window in the Old Sugar House, No.3 Norris' Alley, Philadelphia
Amerikanische Volkskunst, 1811
- Kunstenaar
- Amerikanische Volkskunst
- Datering
- 1811
- Soort
- Tekening
- Techniek
- pen and ink with watercolor on paperboard
- Afmetingen
- 8 × 12,2 cm
- Collectie
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licentie
- Publiek domein, CC0
Beeldbeschrijving
The image depicts a densely packed urban space with buildings and enclosed yards, viewed from an elevated angle. The buildings dominate the composition, with various tones of reddish-brown suggesting brickwork. Fine brushstrokes detail the buildings and their shadows, with a wooden fence and outbuildings in the foreground. In the distance, rooftops and a tree with dark foliage are visible against a pale blue sky. The color palette is primarily earthy tones, creating a historic atmosphere.