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The image shows a frontal view of a classical architectural setting with structures resembling ancient Greek temples. The horizon aligns with the rooftops of the buildings. Flanking the central structure are two statues on tall columns. The soft, detailed depiction features muted shades of beige and gray, resembling a sepia-toned sketch. Small figures in period attire are dispersed on the ground level. The buildings and statues continue into the distance with a consistent architectural rhythm. The monochromatic color palette, use of light and shadow, and lightly clouded sky emphasize the grandeur of the scene.
National Gallery of Art · Drawing
Academy
Themistocles von Eckenbrecher
- Date
- 1890
- Medium
- pen and black ink and watercolor over black chalk and touches of graphite
- Dimensions
- Overall: 11.1 x 16.1 cm (4 3/8 x 6 5/16 in.) support: 48.8 x 33.7 cm (19 3/16 x 13 1/4 in.)
- Classification
- Drawing
- Accession number
- 1977.6.17
- Credit line
- Gift of Dr. Dieter Erich Meyer
- Time span
- 1876 to 1900
- Department
- CG-E
Portfolio and series
- Series
- Athens 1890
Subjects and terms
- German
- Education
- exterior
- architecture
- Athens
Provenance
Dr. Dieter Erich Meyer [1926-1982]; gift 1977 to NGA.
NGA object ID 56249. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.