The image depicts an aerial view of a cityscape featuring a mixture of ruins and intact buildings. The horizon is located in the upper third of the image, showing a flat landscape extending into the distance. The scene is captured in sepia tones, creating a vintage look. The foreground shows rocky terrain leading to a combination of structures in varying states of repair, with more buildings in the distance. The background includes more structures and open land, adding depth to the historical scene.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1855-1856
- Medium
- albumen silver print
- Dimensions
- 2926 × 2348 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original