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St. Martin's Bridge, Toledo

Joseph Pennell

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an elevated view of a landscape with a river running through it. In the foreground, there is a bridge leading to a group of buildings on a rocky incline. Beyond the bridge, there are additional structures, possibly towers, adding to the old-world architecture vibe. The sky has wispy clouds, and the etching has detailed line work capturing textures. The color palette is mainly monochromatic, emphasizing light and shadow contrasts. In the distance, there are hills or mountains.

Artwork Details

Date
1904
Medium
etching in black on laid paper
Dimensions
4000 × 3190 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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