A Doorway, Toledo c. 1903

"A Doorway, Toledo" is a lithograph by Joseph Pennell created circa 1903 and currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago. The artwork captures a narrow street in Toledo, Spain, with a focus on a grand doorway framed by ornate architecture. Pennell, known for his urban sketches and travel illustrations, uses a loose and expressive line to depict the scene, highlighting the texture of the stone and the interplay of light and shadow. The lone figure in the foreground adds a sense of scale and solitude to the composition. The artwork is a testament to Pennell's talent for capturing the essence of place and conveying the atmosphere of a foreign city.