The Great Clock—Rouen

c. 1940s

Frank P. Whiting

Associated Names
Frank P. Whiting

Artist, American, 1873 - 1952

The image shows an architectural scene focusing on a historic building with an ornate clock. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, showing the street below under an archway. The architecture fills the frame, with a large clock displaying Roman numerals as the centerpiece. The brushstrokes resemble fine etching techniques, highlighting architectural details with precise linework. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of sepia, browns, and grays. Figures can be seen engaging with the street scene, adding scale and liveliness. A taller building with arches and window details is on the right, creating an enclosed atmosphere.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Frank B. Bristow, Falls Church, Virginia; Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 1968; acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: The Great Clock - Rouen; lower right in graphite: Frank P. Whiting; lower right corner in graphite by unknown hand: 514

Markings

stamped center verso in black ink (twice): F.B.B. [circled]

Wikidata ID

Q77013022

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