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Honesdale, Section 3, Del. & Hudson Canal Co.

Thomas H. Johnson

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an elevated point of view overlooking a town in a hilly landscape. The horizon is high in the frame, with barren hills and some trees and scrub. The town has uniform rectangular buildings on the slopes with various rooftops and structures. The buildings are light in color with some angled toward the light source, creating contrast. The overall color tone is sepia, with shades of brown and beige. The landscape forms geometric patterns with rooftops, streets, and terraces, against the backdrop of gently rising hills.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1863-1865
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
4000 × 3005 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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