The Duomo in Milan from a Side Street

c. 1834

William Wyld

Associated Names
William Wyld

Artist, British, 1806 - 1889

The image displays a street leading towards a grand cathedral. The Milan Cathedral is prominently featured in the background with its intricate spires piercing the sky. From a lower viewpoint, the cathedral looms impressively over the scene. Buildings on the left and right of the street frame the view, showcasing a mix of architectural styles with detailed facades. In the foreground, there is a bustling street scene with people dressed in 19th-century clothing. The color palette includes rich earthy tones in the buildings and attire, contrasting with the blue sky. The precise brushwork captures textures and architectural details, creating a realistic urban setting. Sunlight casts sharp shadows, adding depth to the image.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and gouache over black chalk on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 38.6 × 24.9 cm (15 3/16 × 9 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2015.83.1


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(De Bayser, Paris); purchased 2015 by NGA.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

2023

  • Drawing in Britain, 1700 - 1900: New Additions to the Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 2023.

Inscriptions

lower right in brown watercolor: WWyld; by later hand, upper center verso in graphite: [not deciphered] Corso, Milan

Wikidata ID

Q64639864

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