Fort Marion, Florida

James Wells Champney

National Gallery of Art

The viewpoint is elevated, showing a courtyard with a stone archway. The sky is shaded with horizontal pencil strokes and sketchy birds in flight. The scene includes weathered structures, cannonballs stacked neatly, and an old-fashioned cannon near the archway. Architectural details show rough-textured walls and small windows, portrayed with quick pencil strokes. Two small figures walk under the arch. The drawing features a monochromatic pencil sketch, using shading to add depth and define areas, creating a historic ambiance.