Curatorial Narrative The anonymous creator of “George L. Parmele” situates their work within the Gothic Revival style’s characteristic reverence for medieval architecture, evident in the linear brushwork that conjures a sense of monumental grandeur. The palette, deliberately restricted to black, white, and red, creates an atmosphere of somber intensity, recalling the ornate stone carvings and stained glass windows of European cathedrals. By adopting this technique, the artist imbues the subject with a sense of timelessness, as if the structure itself were a relic from another era. As “George L. Parmele” is enlarged to 67×44 inches, its spatial rhythm becomes increasingly pronounced, drawing the viewer’s attention to the play between light and shadow on the faade. The black outlines that define the architectural forms create a visual anchor, while the red accents serve as a subtle nod to the ornate details of Gothic Revival ornamen