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State Buildings

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a line drawing of a historic town square from an elevated point of view. The drawing faces a central building with a clock tower and cupola. The drawing contains architectural details like flags, a tree, and figures on the street. The style is marked by precise and detailed pencil or fine pen strokes, capturing textures of brick and stone. The color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing contrast between light and shadow. The drawing highlights intricate architectural features and linear perspective.

Artwork Details

Date
1912
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3822 × 3098 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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