The image shows a narrow alleyway with tall buildings in the background. The buildings fill up most of the frame, obscuring the horizon. The scene is depicted in a monochrome color palette of black and grey on sepia-toned paper. The fine, linear brushstrokes detail the textures of the buildings. Two figures are seated in the foreground, while in the distance, window grids and rooftops can be seen.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1877
- Medium
- etching on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 2396 × 3510 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
Palette