The Walled City

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a deep canyon with steep rock formations descending towards the center. There is a horizon line near the top third where the sky meets distant cliffs with clouds. The artwork uses a monochromatic color palette of black, white, and grey. The texture is emphasized with cross-hatching and stippling. The central area is partially illuminated, emphasizing light and shadow contrasts in the canyon's layers and textures. The piece highlights the formidable nature of the landscape through detailed and textured brushstrokes.