Temple of Hyphaestus
Deutsche Grafik 1890–1903, 1890
- Kunstenaar
- Deutsche Grafik 1890–1903
- Datering
- 1890
- Soort
- Tekening
- Techniek
- pen and black ink and watercolor over black chalk and touches of graphite heightened with gray
- Afmetingen
- 25,5 × 35,2 cm
- Collectie
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licentie
- Publiek domein, CC0
Beeldbeschrijving
The image shows an ancient city landscape with classical ruins, including the Acropolis with its famous structures like the Parthenon in the distance. The scene includes a variety of buildings, temples, cypress trees, and figures dispersed among the rocky terrain. The painting uses earthy brown and gray tones with nuanced brushstrokes for texture and depth.