In Memoriam

1939

John Taylor Arms

Associated Names
John Taylor Arms

Artist, American, 1887 - 1953

This is a drawing of the ornate facade of a Gothic cathedral. The drawing features an intricately detailed stone facade of a Gothic-style cathedral. The structure includes pointed arch doorways adorned with statues of saints or figures within niches. The stone texture and intricate details of Gothic architecture such as columns, pointed arches, and relief work are visible. The perspective includes ascending steps leading up to the entrance. The background shows large stained glass windows with distinct designs. Light and shadow add depth to the composition, capturing the cathedral's grandeur.

Media Options

This object’s media is not available for download. Contact us about image usage.
Not on view See artworks now on view

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etched and gold-plated copper plate

  • Credit Line

    Gift of John Taylor Arms IV

  • Dimensions

    plate: 37.78 x 30.8 cm (14 7/8 x 12 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2008.112.3

  • Series Title

    French Church Series #40

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

John Taylor Arms IV, Naples, Florida; acquired 2008 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q63571285

You may be interested in

Loading Results