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Four-Story House

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a cluster of tall, intricately detailed buildings seen from street level. The buildings dominate the scene, extending upwards and out of the frame. The etching technique used emphasizes the ornate architectural details and texture. The color palette is monochromatic, with dark lines against a light background. The foreground includes the lower parts of buildings, small figures, and trees for scale. In the distance, rows of windows and architectural features define the cityscape.

Artwork Details

Date
1904
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2575 × 3717 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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