Hallway at Dr. Wister's

Hallway at Dr. Wister's

Joseph Pennell

1912

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a dim hallway with high ceilings and tall windows letting in faint light. A few people stand around—one person in the left corner looks out, while others are half-hidden in the shadows. The floor has a worn rug, and the walls have dark wood trim. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to capture the mood of the space. It feels quiet and a little empty, like a place where people pause but don’t stay long. If you like this style, check out more about lithography.

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