The image is a street view from an elevated perspective. A busy city street is depicted, with tall buildings on either side. In the distance, a clock tower or similar building is faintly visible. The architecture is detailed and rendered in fine, linear brushstrokes. The color palette is monochrome with sepia tones, giving it a classic aesthetic. Figures and horse-drawn carts populate the street, creating a lively atmosphere. The street narrows in the distance, leading the viewer's eye towards the horizon.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1878
- Medium
- etching and drypoint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 2919 × 5248 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original