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Tower Struck by Lightning, Saint-Ouen Bay

Thomas Sutton

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a solitary stone tower in a barren landscape. The horizon line is low in the composition, with gentle slopes and distant hills. The tower is weathered with rough textured stones, mortar lines, and some boarded-up windows. The photo is rendered in sepia tones, contrasting the tower against the sandy surroundings. The sky is pale, emphasizing the tower and creating a somber atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
1854
Medium
salted paper print
Dimensions
3534 × 4962 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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