Percival Gaskell

Gaskell, George Percival

British, 1868 - 1934

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The image shows a body of water with mountains in the distance. The horizon is in the middle of the image, with mountains rising from it. The scene has a soft appearance with smooth tones and a monochromatic color palette of varying shades of gray. The water is calm with ripples reflecting light, and the sky has scattered clouds.
Percival Gaskell, Alex Reid & Lefèvre, Ltd, On the Lake of Thun, 1929, aquatint on wove paper, Gift in memory of J. Donald Ostrow, 2019.184.9

On the Lake of Thun

Percival Gaskell, Alex Reid & Lefèvre, Ltd · 1929 · aquatint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2019.184.9

The image displays a monochromatic coastal scene with a sandy beach stretching into the distance. The horizon is low with the calm sea meeting the sky. There is a faint outline of land on the horizon. The sky has smooth gradations and transitions between shades of gray, creating a realistic cloud formation. The color palette is grayscale, enhancing the serene mood. The sand close to the viewer has ripples and curves, leading the eye to smaller figures in the distance for scale. A person and a dog are walking on the beach.
Percival Gaskell, Low Tide, 1927, aquatint in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.143.137

Low Tide

Percival Gaskell · 1927 · aquatint in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.143.137

The image shows a seascape with a view from the shoreline looking out towards the sea and distant mountains. The horizon is slightly above the center with mountains visible along it. The brushstrokes give a blended effect with a pattern suggesting clouds and waves. The color palette includes muted tones like gray and taupe. The shoreline curves along the left with waves rolling onto the shore, extending to distant peaks. The vast sky has soft lighting.
Percival Gaskell, Isles of the Morning, 1925, aquatint in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.143.92

Isles of the Morning

Percival Gaskell · 1925 · aquatint in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.143.92

The image displays a vast body of water with land in the distance. The horizon is low, emphasizing the expansive sky filled with dense clouds and some sunlight. The water and landforms are partially lit, with hills or mountains fading into the distance. The foreground shows dark ground, potentially grassy or barren. The color scheme is sepia, creating a soft and timeless atmosphere. The tones are smoothly blended with a focus on light and shadow.
Percival Gaskell, Stormy Weather, 1920s, mezzotint in black with chine collé on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1181

Stormy Weather

Percival Gaskell · 1920s · mezzotint in black with chine collé on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1181

The image is captured from a slightly elevated perspective, showing a landscape sloping down towards a body of water. The horizon meets distant hills, partially concealed by layers of foliage. The style of the print features soft, blurred edges and smooth tonal transitions, akin to charcoal or soft-focused techniques, creating an atmospheric effect. The color palette consists of sepia tones, giving the image a serene quality. In the foreground, there is a stream bordered by rocks and grass, with two figures wading in the distance. Trees with broad canopies line the stream, contributing to the tranquil ambiance.
Percival Gaskell, Summer Morning, 1920s, mezzotint in black with chine collé on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1544

Summer Morning

Percival Gaskell · 1920s · mezzotint in black with chine collé on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1544

The image displays a landscape with an expansive view of land leading to distant mountains. The horizon is positioned lower in the composition, emphasizing the sky above. Silhouettes of trees and mountains are visible along the horizon. The brushstrokes are soft, capturing the quality of light and shadow. The color palette is monochromatic or sepia-toned, giving a timeless quality to the image. The clouds in the sky are voluminous, casting shadows. Light suggests either early morning or late afternoon, seen by the illumination on the water in the distance.
Percival Gaskell, West Wind, 1920s, mezzotint in black with chine collé on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1182

West Wind

Percival Gaskell · 1920s · mezzotint in black with chine collé on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1182

The image shows a landscape with a forest on the right side, leading to a body of water in the distance surrounded by hills. The brushstrokes are soft and blended, creating an ethereal atmosphere. The color palette consists of warm sepia tones. In the background, there are deer grazing near the water.
Percival Gaskell, The Forest, c. 1922, mezzotint in black with chine collé on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1543

The Forest

Percival Gaskell · c. 1922 · mezzotint in black with chine collé on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1543

The image shows an etching of a hillside town with a church overlooking a lake. The viewpoint is elevated, displaying the architectural details of the town and extending to the lake. A church with a bell tower is at the top center, surrounded by buildings with tiled roofs cascading down the slope. Distant mountains frame the lake. The etching features fine lines, adding texture to the structures and defining the landscape. The color scheme is sepia, creating a serene atmosphere and highlighting the detailed elements of the scene.
Percival Gaskell, Santa Maria del Sasso, Locarno, c. 1911, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.143.138

Santa Maria del Sasso, Locarno

Percival Gaskell · c. 1911 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.143.138

The image shows a landscape with trees on the left leading to ancient ruins in the center against a hillside backdrop. Hills and fields extend into the distance. The scene is depicted with detailed brushstrokes and etching lines, with a color palette leaning towards sepia tones.
Percival Gaskell, Bolton Abbey, 1900-1930, drypoint in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.143.136

Bolton Abbey

Percival Gaskell · 1900-1930 · drypoint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.143.136