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Amerapoora: Pyathat of Kyoung No. 93

Linnaeus Tripe

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a grand structure with elaborately carved tiered roofs, characteristic of traditional Southeast Asian architecture. A lush patch of grass and a few palm trees are seen close to the building. The horizon is not visible, focusing on the architecture. The sky is clear and the overall palette is sepia, with dark shadows accentuating the details of the building.

Artwork Details

Date
September 1–October 21, 1855
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
2116 × 2599 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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