Brixham Trawlers

1929

Arthur Briscoe

Associated Names
Arthur Briscoe

Artist, British, 1873 - 1943

The image shows a seascape with multiple sailing boats on calm waters. The viewpoint is slightly above the water level. The composition includes numerous sailing boats, some with billowing sails. The etching technique creates a textured and detailed look with linear brushstrokes defining the boats' riggings. The color scheme is primarily monochrome with sepia tones. The distant boats are less detailed compared to the closer ones, adding depth to the scene.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 25.2 × 40.8 cm (9 15/16 × 16 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.1316

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Laver 1930, no. 141

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1930

  • Laver, James. A complete catalogue of the etchings and dry-points of Arthur Briscoe, A.R.E.. London: Halton and Truscott Smith, Ltd., 1930.

Wikidata ID

Q64953906

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