The image shows an aerial view of a canal celebration. The scene includes a decorative float being pulled by two horses with three figures on it, a dam-like structure diverting water into waterfalls, a collection of buildings along a winding road leading into the hills, and additional carriages. The horizon features a range of hills or mountains meeting a body of water under a cloudy sky. The image is created with detailed linework and a monochromatic color scheme of gray and black, giving it a historic visual impression.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1826
- Medium
- lithograph
- Dimensions
- 3432 × 4095 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original