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The Dark Tower

Earl Horter

National Gallery of Art

The image displays an aerial view of an urban landscape with tall buildings. The perspective is looking downward onto the rooftops, creating a sense of depth. The buildings are depicted with intricate lines and cross-hatching, giving a textured appearance to the stone and brick facades. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black, white, and grey.

Artwork Details

Date
1919
Medium
etching
Dimensions
1407 × 1741 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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