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Propylaea from the Southwest

William James Stillman

National Gallery of Art

The photograph shows a close-up view of ancient ruins. The camera is situated below the structure, looking slightly upward. The horizon is not visible. The image is filled with ancient ruins and rocks, including an ancient stone building partially in ruin, with large columns and intricately carved stonework. Stairs lead up to the building, with various steps appearing uneven due to wear and scattered debris. The image has a monochromatic color palette in various shades of sepia. The surface texture of the stone is detailed, enhancing the rugged and weathered appearance of the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1882
Medium
carbon print
Dimensions
3996 × 3310 px
Public Domain
Yes
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