Glimpse of the Palazzo Doria, Genova 1892

Marietta Minnigerode Andrews created this watercolor painting, "Glimpse of the Palazzo Doria, Genova," on paper. The pale washes of color create a dreamy, almost ethereal scene. The composition is structured around a large arched gateway in the foreground, acting as a frame through which we view the Palazzo Doria perched atop a verdant hill. This architectural framing device draws our eye toward the upper reaches of the paper, where the building and the sky meet. Andrews skillfully uses perspective to create depth. The Palazzo Doria is rendered with enough detail to suggest its grandeur, yet it remains partially obscured by trees, hinting at the many layers of history and culture embedded within this Italian landscape. This piece functions as both a visual record and an evocative exploration of space and perception.