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Trinity Church, Boston (nave) - Mural Study

John La Farge

National Gallery of Art

This image shows a detailed architectural sketch with intricate carvings and designs on a wall. The focus is on the ornate panels and columns in the center and towards the right. The view is slightly elevated, with a suggestion of significant height from an arch in the upper section. The drawing uses thin lines to depict the architectural elements and is rendered in black ink on muted blue paper, highlighting the details. The image emphasizes the complexity and beauty of the designs through precise renderings.

Artwork Details

Date
1876
Medium
graphite, pen and brown ink, and brush and brown ink on gray-blue wove paper
Dimensions
5041 × 3316 px
Public Domain
Yes
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