The Castle, St Andrews
Hill, David Octavius · Scottish
1843-1847
- Medium
- salted paper print
- Classification
- Photograph
- Period
- 1826 to 1850
- Image size
- 3791 × 2728px
Description
The image shows a rugged coastal landscape with a stone structure resembling a tower or fortification on the left. The stone appears weathered and aged. Rocky formations and ruins stretch along the coastline to the right, leading to the sea on the horizon. The sea forms a wide separation between the land and the sky. The image is in a sepia tone, giving it an aged appearance. The scene is barren and detailed, with warm brown and cream colors emphasizing its historical feel.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).