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Berks County Almshouse, 1895

Louis Mader

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bird's-eye view of a pastoral community with a central large building complex surrounded by lush greenery and small structures. The horizon is high, displaying rolling hills and a light-filled sky. The brushstrokes are detailed, highlighting symmetrical trees, fields, and buildings. The color palette includes greens, reds, browns, and soft blues, accented by white picket fences and an American flag. Horse-drawn carriages and small figures are visible, and smoke rises from a chimney in the distance. Vignettes around the border show additional buildings and scenes linked to the community.

Artwork Details

Date
1895
Medium
oil on metal
Dimensions
5322 × 4345 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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