Tagus at Toledo

1913

Ian Strang

Associated Names
Ian Strang

Artist, British, 1886 - 1952

The image shows a view through a dark archway to a scene beyond a river. The horizon is high, revealing a distant townscape atop rocky cliffs. Buildings, including houses and a prominent structure, are visible. The artwork features intricate linework outlining the terrain and architecture. Closest to us, three figures are under the archway, with shadows cast. The color palette is limited to sepia and black, creating an antique atmosphere. The contrast between the foreground and the illuminated scene draws the eye to the landscape ahead.
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Artwork overview

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Frank B. Bristow, Falls Church, Virginia; Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 1968; acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Ian Strang 1913; lower center margin in graphite by unknown hand: Tagus at Toldeo

Markings

stamped lower left verso in black ink: F.B.B. [circled]

Watermarks

[unicorn] / FJH

Wikidata ID

Q77013347

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