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Town on a River Bank with Two Round Towers

Nicolas Pérignon

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a waterfront scene with buildings along the edge, trees blocking the horizon, a cylindrical tower with a conical roof, boats with people, and a monochromatic color palette dominated by shades of brown. The etching style includes fine, detailed lines depicting texture and depth in the stones and foliage. Figures are seen in the surroundings, while additional buildings are visible in the distance, hinting at a small town.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1770
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4816 × 3222 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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