View of Tullichewan Castle, Glasgow
1855
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1855
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This image shows a large stone castle half-hidden by trees. The building has tall towers with arched windows, a central round tower, and a mix of flat and sloped roofs. Ivy climbs up parts of the walls, and the sky above is soft and cloudy. The artist focused on how light hits the castle’s rough stones, making some areas glow while others stay in shadow. This was a common way to show depth in older paintings. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how artists used light and dark to create drama.
