The image shows a cityscape from an elevated point of view overlooking a river. The flowing water is depicted with etched lines. Buildings cluster densely in the city with details like windows and structures. The lines vary, with fine details for buildings and loose strokes for the sky and river. The color palette is monochromatic, using the natural tone of the paper and dark ink for contrast and depth. A pedestrian bridge spans the river, with small figures on it and along the pathway below. The bridges connect the bustling area near us with the urban expanse beyond.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1859
- Medium
- etching and drypoint in black on wove paper
- Dimensions
- 4914 × 3510 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original