Santa Maria La Blanca, Toledo by Joseph Pennell

Santa Maria La Blanca, Toledo c. 1903

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drawing, print, gouache, paper, charcoal

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pencil drawn

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drawing

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amateur sketch

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light pencil work

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print

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gouache

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pencil sketch

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charcoal drawing

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paper

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charcoal art

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unrealistic statue

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pencil drawing

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plant

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pen-ink sketch

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water

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united-states

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charcoal

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pencil art

Joseph Pennell's 1903 charcoal drawing, *Santa Maria La Blanca, Toledo*, showcases the interior of the historic Spanish synagogue. Pennell's distinctive style, characterized by bold lines and dramatic chiaroscuro, captures the intricate architectural details of the building, including the soaring arches and ornate columns. The drawing depicts a quiet scene, with three figures standing in the foreground, offering a glimpse into the solemnity and grandeur of the space. This work is housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, highlighting Pennell's renowned skill in capturing architectural subjects.

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