Segovia

The painting by J. Andre Smith depicts a picturesque scene in Segovia, Spain, where a man in traditional attire with a beret and cloak stands prominently in the foreground, holding a hat, while gazing towards the historic cityscape. The backdrop features the towering bell tower of the Segovia Cathedral rising majestically into a clear blue sky, surrounded by rustic buildings and lush greenery. Trees frame the composition on the right and left, enhancing the depth and perspective alongside earthy tones and dynamic brush strokes.

The painting by J. Andre Smith depicts a picturesque scene in Segovia, Spain, where a man in traditional attire with a beret and cloak stands prominently in the foreground, holding a hat, while gazing towards the historic cityscape. The backdrop features the towering bell tower of the Segovia Cathedral rising majestically into a clear blue sky, surrounded by rustic buildings and lush greenery. Trees frame the composition on the right and left, enhancing the depth and perspective alongside earthy tones and dynamic brush strokes.

Name/Title

Segovia

Entry/Object ID

W-6

Description

Large figure against Segovia village

Type of Painting

Watercolor

Artwork Details

Subject Place

City

Segovia

Country

Spain

Region

Southern Europe

Continent

Europe

Context

In the Spring of 1921, J. Andre Smith, along with other artists, took a trip throughout Spain where they visited Cuenca, Segovia, and Toledo, among others.

Collection

City of Maitland

Cataloged By

Oliver Boutron

Category

Andre Smith

Acquisition

Accession

1969.001

Credit Line

Part of the City of Maitland Collection

Made/Created

Artist

J. André Smith

Date made

1921

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Signature

Location

Lower Right

Transcription

Andre Smith

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Dimensions of work- mounted

Height

21 in

Width

27 in