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North on Broadway from Trinity Church

Stanford White

National Gallery of Art

The image is a sketch of a city street, seen from above. The scene includes tall buildings lining the street, with a slanted structure on the left side. The horizon is implied by the diminishing height of the buildings. The sketch features delicate brushstrokes, creating depth and texture with fine lines and shading. The color palette is monochromatic, using varying shades of grey and black. The scene conveys a quiet urban landscape, with detailed building facades and a softer skyline in the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1900
Medium
graphite on blue-gray laid paper
Dimensions
3616 × 4379 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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