Linn Bridge

1922

F.L. Griggs

Associated Names
F. L. Griggs

Artist, British, 1876 - 1938

The image shows an architectural scene with a large stone bridge featuring gothic arches. The composition emphasizes the precision of the line work showcasing details in the texture and architectural features. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of sepia or ink tones. Beyond the bridge, there is a cathedral, other buildings, trees, and a tower on a hill. A flock of birds flies above. In the foreground, stairs lead down to the bridge arches, and the water reflects the structure.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching in black on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Jacob Kainen

  • Dimensions

    plate: 15.7 x 13 cm (6 3/16 x 5 1/8 in.)
    sheet: 30.5 x 19.7 cm (12 x 7 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2002.98.111

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Comstock 1966, no. 29, iii/iv

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Craddock & Barnard, London); Jacob Kainen, Washington, D.C., purchased April 20, 1964; gift to NGA, 2002.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1966

  • Comstock, Francis Adams. A Gothic Vision: F. L. Griggs and His Work. Massachusetts: Boston Public Library, 1966, no. 29, iii/iv.

Inscriptions

lower left in plate: F.L.G. 1915/1922; lower right in graphite: FLGriggs

Wikidata ID

Q76339280

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