La Tour des Vents, Athènes (The Tower of the Winds, Athens)

Alfred-Nicolas Normand

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a historical view of Athens, with the Tower of the Winds featured prominently. Various ancient and modern structures are visible, along with rolling hills in the background. The Tower of the Winds is detailed with columns and reliefs, surrounded by other buildings. Additional structures can be seen in the distance, and a cypress tree adds vertical contrast. The monochromatic palette of sepia tones gives the scene an aged quality and highlights light and shadow.