The Haunted House

Rodolphe Bresdin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a stately building with arched windows and decorative elements carved into the stone facade. The sky above contains clouds and a flock of birds. The fine and detailed brushstrokes capture textures of brickwork, foliage, light, and shadow. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of sepia or brown. The ground features farm animals, a figure, and children, suggesting a pastoral setting. Behind the building, trees and ornate structures add depth to the scene.