Clifford's Inn

1912

Henry Rushbury

Associated Names
Henry Rushbury

Artist, British, 1889 - 1968

The image shows an urban scene with historic architecture dominating the view. The perspective is slightly elevated, showcasing rooftops and a towering Gothic tower in the distance. Birds are flying around the tower. The buildings have detailed textures and architectural elements. The color scheme is primarily sepia tones, giving a vintage feel. There are a few individuals in the scene, one of whom appears to be interacting with a dog. The structures appear sturdy, except for a large triangular support buttress. The overall atmosphere conveys historical significance and architectural grandeur, with a mix of human activity and grand buildings.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    drypoint in black

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 37.1 × 26.8 cm (14 5/8 × 10 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.7514

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Rushbury 2010, no. 2, ii/ii


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1923

  • Wright, Harold J. L. "Catalogue of Henry Rushbury's Drypoints and Engravings, 1912-1923." Print Collector's Quarterly 10, no. 4 (December 1923): pp. 417-4418, no. 2, ii/ii.

2010

  • Rushbury, Julia. Henry Rushbury: Prints, a Catalogue Raisonné. London: Royal Academy of Arts, 2010, p. 83, no. 2, ii/ii.

Wikidata ID

Q65021022

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