The Acropolis from the Pnyx, Athens, Greece
The Acropolis from the Pnyx, Athens, Greece, by John Singer Sargent. A sepia-toned drawing of a hilltop with a large ancient stone structure on top. The structure features a series of columns on the right side and a flat roof. There are several other smaller structures on the hilltop. The hill is barren with sparse vegetation. The background includes more hills and a cloudy sky. The drawing is rendered in a realistic style with attention to architectural details.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 1222 × 893 px
- Museum Record
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