The image shows an aerial perspective of a cityscape. The horizon is in the upper third of the image, with hints of water in the background. Buildings are sketched in delicate pencil strokes, with smoke rising from chimneys. The scene becomes more abstract further away, with fading lines creating an ethereal quality. The monochromatic palette is dominated by soft grays. The style is loose and impressionistic, focusing on capturing the essence of the scene.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1900
- Medium
- graphite on green wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3659 × 4379 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original