Saint Germain, L'Auxerrois

1913

Charles J. Watson

Associated Names
Charles J. Watson

Artist, American, 1857 - 1923

This artwork shows a street-level view of an architectural structure, potentially a cathedral, with a detailed tower at the center. Scaffolding is visible on parts of the building, suggesting construction or renovation. The brushstrokes are precise, capturing the intricate details of the Gothic architecture. The color scheme is monochrome, enhancing the textures and shadows. Figures in period attire walk along a shadowed square. Trees frame the right side, adding depth. The sky is lightly sketched in the background.

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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

purchased through the Mary E. Maxwell Fund by the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 1932; acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left plate printed in black ink: Charles J. Watson. 1913; lower left in graphite: Charles J. Watson.; lower left in graphite by unknown hand: St. Germain L'Auxerrois - Paris; lower right in graphite by unknown hand: 2414 4614/48.

Watermarks

lower center: O W P & A C I

Wikidata ID

Q77012835

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