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Union Square, Rainy Day

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an urban scene with tall buildings lining a busy city street. The horizon is not visible, as the buildings fill much of the frame. The buildings have detailed architecture with ornate facades and decorative elements. The style of the art is sketch-like with delicate lines capturing the architectural details and people in the scene. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of beige and gray. In the foreground, there is a streetcar and several figures on the street, highlighting the urban setting.

Artwork Details

Date
1904
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2963 × 4223 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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