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Market Day at Richmond in Yorkshire

Thomas Rowlandson

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a busy market scene with people and animals in a town square. Buildings block the horizon, with an obelisk in the square's center and market stalls nearby. A clock tower with a visible clock face is on the left, and beyond are more buildings, including a gothic structure. The brushstrokes are gentle, creating a soft rendering. The color palette consists of muted tones such as pale browns, creams, and soft blue-grays, giving a calm atmosphere. The use of color and detailing enrich the depiction of the marketplace.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1818
Medium
pen and brown and gray ink with watercolor over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
4872 × 3426 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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