The image shows an elevated view across a wide expanse towards a large building, possibly a cathedral. The horizon sits just below the buildings. Architectural elements are detailed with intricate linework, capturing the texture and form of the structures. The color palette is subdued and monochromatic, using shades of grey and sepia to convey a wintry mood, with a dusting of snow. People are shown walking along a snow-covered street in the foreground. In the distance, the building dominates the skyline. Soft clouds are visible in the lightly rendered sky.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1886
- Medium
- wood engraving in black on tissue paper
- Dimensions
- 3338 × 3370 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original