The image shows a street scene with various buildings and urban activities. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, and many buildings and people are visible. The horizon is obscured by tall buildings in the background. The style is loose and sketchy, with fine lines indicating figures, buildings, and movement. The color palette is monochromatic, using sepia or pencil gray tones on an off-white background. Near the viewer, a person and a horse-drawn carriage are depicted. Further away, more figures and another carriage are shown, adding to the urban scene. The distant buildings are outlined with simple linear details.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1880/1881
- Medium
- etching on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 2986 × 4891 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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