Provenance

Thomas Simpson

British, born 1877

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The image shows a high vantage point overlooking a city with a stone gargoyle on the right. In the distance, there is a tower rising above the buildings. The cityscape is filled with rooftops and structures, with birds flying in the sky. The artwork is created with etching techniques, featuring detailed lines and cross-hatching for texture. The color scheme is monochromatic in shades of sepia and brown, creating an antique feel. The intricate detailing and use of lines give the image a textured aesthetic.
Charles Meryon, Auguste Delâtre, Le stryge (The Vampire), 1853, etching on green laid paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1963.11.153

Le stryge (The Vampire)

Charles Meryon, Auguste Delâtre · 1853 · etching on green laid paper ·  Accession ID  1963.11.153