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David Young Cameron

Associated Names
David Young Cameron

Artist, Scottish, 1865 - 1945

The image illustrates a seascape from a low vantage point. The horizon is high, dividing the sky and sea. A sailboat with two masts is in the foreground, casting a reflection. Another smaller sailboat is in the distance with a landform emerging from the horizon. The artwork features detailed line work defining the sailboats and waves, contrasted by lighter strokes for the clouds. The color palette is minimalistic with muted browns and creams, creating a tranquil atmosphere.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 21.4 × 33 cm (8 7/16 × 13 in.)
    mount: 31.7 × 49.3 cm (12 1/2 × 19 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.2664

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Rinder 1932, no. 49

  • Series Title

    Clyde Set

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1932

  • Rinder, Frank. D.Y. Cameron, an illustrated catalogue of his etchings and drypoints, 1887-1932. Glasgow: Jackson, Wylie and Company, 1932.

Wikidata ID

Q64955542

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