Street Scene, Lined with Buildings by Thomas Sully

Street Scene, Lined with Buildings 

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toned paper

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abandoned

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incomplete sketchy

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landscape

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possibly oil pastel

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underpainting

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painting painterly

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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watercolor

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warm toned green

"Street Scene, Lined with Buildings" is a watercolor painting by American artist Thomas Sully. The work depicts a narrow street lined with simple buildings, with a larger structure appearing in the distance. The buildings are rendered in muted tones, suggesting a sense of age and humility. The composition leads the viewer's eye towards the distant structure, hinting at a sense of grandeur and perhaps even a hint of mystery. Though the exact location remains unknown, the painting offers a glimpse into the everyday life of a past era, capturing the essence of a quiet, unassuming street. Sully's work, spanning a long career, included portraits, landscapes, and historical paintings. This watercolor exemplifies his keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the subtle nuances of light and shadow.

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