The image shows the ruins of Palais Gallien in Bordeaux, depicted from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is not visible, as the architectural remains and surrounding foliage fill the composition. The artwork captures a detailed style typical of etching, with fine lines and shading. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of black, brown, and sepia. In the foreground, there are stones and plant life, with a partially visible statue. The focus is the structure itself, with arches and remnants of text, surrounded by an overgrown landscape. In the distance, more parts of the ruin are visible, fading into a background of dense trees.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1866
- Medium
- etching on Japanese paper
- Dimensions
- 6162 × 8523 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original