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Down Sansom Street

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a street scene in a city, with a cobblestone road lined with buildings. The composition leads the viewer's eye towards a large building dominating the skyline. Plumes of smoke or steam partially obscure the horizon. The artwork features sketch-like brushstrokes, intricate lines for architectural details, and textured techniques for the smoke and shadows. The color palette is primarily grayscale, emphasizing light and shadow contrast.

Artwork Details

Date
1912
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3481 × 4637 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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