Vitré

c. 1877

Elihu Vedder

Associated Names
Elihu Vedder

Artist, American, 1836 - 1923

The image shows a narrow, rocky pathway leading up to a unique structure with a distinct roof and a circular window above an archway. The view is straight ahead with steep rock cliffs framing the pathway and the building in the background. The painting style features textured brushstrokes, giving a rough appearance to the rocks and a detailed look to the foliage. The color palette includes dark greys and browns for the rocks and staircase, with touches of green from plants. The building is portrayed in warmer hues like light tan and brown, standing out against the darker tones. The sky is overcast with patches of pale, cloudy tones.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gouache, crayon, and watercolor on gray wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Borghi

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 31.8 × 16 cm (12 1/2 × 6 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1993.67.2


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Mr. and Mrs. Mark Borghi) New York, NY; gift to NGA, 1994.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1988

  • Soria, Regina, Visions of Italy, Borghi & Co., New York, 1988: 23.

Wikidata ID

Q64558457

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