Arc St. Carlo, Naples

1921

William Walcot

Associated Names
William Walcot

Artist, British, 1874 - 1943

The image showcases a stately arch with intricate architectural details. The viewpoint is from a low angle, with the horizon hidden by a city scene. Buildings line a busy street in the distance. The artwork features fine, energetic brushstrokes capturing urban life. The color palette is primarily sepia-brown, creating an antique look and adding warmth and depth to the scene. Shadows and lighter areas emphasize the architecture and daylight filtering through the street.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and drypoint in black

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 17.7 × 16.8 cm (6 15/16 × 6 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.8350

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Harvey-Lee 2008, no. 97

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

2008

  • Harvey-Lee, Elizabeth. Impressions of Cities Ancient and Modern: A Collection of Etchings by William Walcot. North Aston, England: Elizabeth Harvey-Lee, 2008, no. 97.

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: W. Walcot.

Wikidata ID

Q65027009

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