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Mision San Fernando Rey de Espana

James Jones

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a frontal view of a building named "Mision San Fernando Rey de Espana" with the date "1797" below it. The building's facade includes a cross at the top, a rectangular window, and an arched doorway. The perspective is straight on, focusing solely on the structure. The drawing features fine and consistent brushstrokes, emphasizing details like the brickwork and cracks in the wall, as well as the roof tiles. The color scheme is monochromatic, with various shades of gray. The lines are precise, highlighting the architectural elements like the roof tiles and arched columns.

Artwork Details

Date
1953/1942
Medium
lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
3388 × 4521 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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