1913
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Paestum, Evening is a 1913 ink by Joseph Pennell, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a crumbling temple with tall columns and a flat roof. The building sits on uneven ground, with rocks and debris scattered around. Light fades from the left, leaving the columns in shadow. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to show wear and age in the stone. It looks like the temple is falling apart, but the structure still feels strong. Next, look up lithography to see how this print was made.
Joseph Pennell (July 4, 1857 – April 23, 1926) was an American draftsman, etcher, lithographer, and illustrator for books and magazines.
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