The image shows ancient stone columns in a clear, orderly line. The horizon is low, emphasizing the columns against the sky. In the distance, low buildings and a mountain range are visible. The image likely depicts a photograph of the stone columns, showing their texture and weathering. The color palette is monochromatic, giving an aged look. A person stands close to a column, providing scale, with others sitting on the grass nearby.

Temple of Minerva

1857

Medium: albumen silver print
Classification: Photograph
Period: 1851 to 1875
Image size: 7894 × 6649px

Description

The image shows ancient stone columns in a clear, orderly line. The horizon is low, emphasizing the columns against the sky. In the distance, low buildings and a mountain range are visible. The image likely depicts a photograph of the stone columns, showing their texture and weathering. The color palette is monochromatic, giving an aged look. A person stands close to a column, providing scale, with others sitting on the grass nearby.

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Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).

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