Artwork
City of Washington: From beyond the Navy Yards
City of Washington: From beyond the Navy Yards is an ink print by the Romanticist artist William James Bennett. It dates from 1834 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
City of Washington: From beyond the Navy Yards is a hand-colored aquatint print created by William James Bennett in 1834, depicting a serene view of the nation's capital.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows the City of Washington with the Navy Yard in the distance, featuring a tranquil landscape with trees, buildings, and a river. A man tends to his horse and cart on a winding path in the foreground, adding a sense of everyday life to the scene.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by a muted color palette dominated by shades of green, brown, and blue, achieved through hand-coloring and touches of engraving on wove paper. The overall effect is one of peacefulness and tranquility.
Artist & collection
Artist
William James Bennett (1787−1844), was a British-born painter and engraver, active in the United States from 1816.
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