Holy Island Cathedral

published 1808

Joseph Mallord William Turner and Charles Turner

Associated Names
Joseph Mallord William Turner

Artist, British, 1775 - 1851

Charles Turner

Artist, British, 1773 - 1857

The image depicts the Holy Island Cathedral from a slightly elevated perspective, showing the stone walls of the ruins from a short distance away. The scene is detailed, with precise line work highlighting the textures of the cathedral's architecture. The color scheme consists of sepia tones, creating a historical atmosphere. Stone debris and plant life are scattered at the base of the arches, leading the eye towards the interior of the structure. The columns and masonry show intricate patterns and wear through shading and cross-hatching techniques. The upper walls feature openings and window arches, revealing the sky beyond.

Media Options

This object’s media is free and in the public domain. Read our full Open Access policy for images.
Not on view See artworks now on view

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and mezzotint

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 20.8 × 28.8 cm (8 3/16 × 11 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.8139

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Finberg 1924, no. 11, State iv/iv

  • Series Title

    Liber Studiorum: no.11 [Finberg 1-71; 1943.3.8129-8199]

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1924

  • Finberg, Alexander. The History of Turner's Liber Studiorum with a new Catalogue Raisonne. London: Ernest Benn, 1924.

Wikidata ID

Q65022401

You may be interested in

Loading Results