Ancient Doorway
by Mary Ellen Mueller Legault
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6.000 x 10.000 inches
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Title
Ancient Doorway
Artist
Mary Ellen Mueller Legault
Medium
Painting - Watercolour
Description
This watercolor depicts a ancient Roman stone doorway, etched with the signs of aging and time, located in the picturesque alpine village in France. I tried to capture he intricate details of the weathered door by featuring the history and charm of this stunning piece of architecture. The use of watercolor adds a dreamy quality to the piece, imbuing it with a soft, ethereal glow that further emphasizes its timeless beauty. Hopefully the viewer can step into a bygone era and imagine the stories and secrets that have passed through this ancient doorway.
The grand stone doorway is further accentuated by the presence of a large planter, filled to the brim with vivid red geraniums. The vibrant hues of the flowers provide a striking contrast to the natural stone of the doorway, adding a touch of liveliness and color to the scene. The planter serves as a visual crown, completing the overall composition and drawing the eye upward, to appreciate the intricate details of the doorway. This added element of greenery and flora adds a touch of natural beauty to the work, emphasizing the connection between the man-made architecture and the surrounding landscape.
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February 11th, 2008
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Comments (4)
Johannes Wessmark
Sorry, I intended to tell you this painting is very good! I like your style. Johannes again