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Kalaat-El-Hosn, Deuxième Enciente, Extérieur, Tour d'Angle, sud-ouest

Louis De Clercq

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a large stone fortress-like structure with a tall cylindrical tower alongside connected walls. The view is from a slightly lower angle, emphasizing the height of the tower. The composition is dominated by the structure, with well-arranged stone blocks showing signs of age, wear, and vegetation growth. The color palette is in soft sepia tones, giving an aged feel. The sky is clear and takes up a significant portion of the background, highlighting the stone structure.

Artwork Details

Date
1859
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
3921 × 3019 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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