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Manorbier Castle Courtyard, Wales

Francis Frith & Co.

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a castle courtyard with stone walls and ruins forming the perimeter. The castle's bastions and towers dominate the horizon, with a mix of intact and crumbling structures. Some areas are covered in climbing ivy. The color palette is monochromatic, highlighting the stone texture. People can be seen exploring, one with an umbrella. A wooden structure is visible nearby. Light and shadow emphasize the architecture's historical nature against the bright sky.

Artwork Details

Date
1890
Medium
platinum print
Dimensions
7683 × 5026 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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