Mission San Luis Obispo
1883
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1883
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white drawing shows a long, low building with a tiled roof and a cross on top. The walls are made of brick, and there are tall columns along the front porch. A few people stand near the porch, and a horse is tied up in front. The ground is uneven, with some plants and a small stream or puddle near the bottom. The artist used a scratchy, textured style to show light and shadow. This kind of drawing is called an etching. Look up etching to see how artists like this make detailed prints.
