Artwork preview

The Post

Hubert Robert

National Gallery of Art

The image is portrayed from an elevated point of view in a detailed engraving style. The horizon line is implied by the tops of the trees and the architectural ruins in the distance. The central focus is a tall wooden structure with a pulley and lantern. Two figures, a man and a woman, stand to the right. The scene is characterized by fine, precise lines and a monochromatic color palette of varying shades of brown.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching
Dimensions
3021 × 4360 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original