In Memoriam

1939

John Taylor Arms

Associated Names
John Taylor Arms

Artist, American, 1887 - 1953

David Strang

Printer, British, 1887 - 1967

The image shows a detailed and realistic architectural view of a grand cathedral entrance. The perspective is elevated, showcasing the elaborate stonework and sculptures of the structure. The roof with patterns matching the facade marks the horizon. The artwork includes intricately carved columns and statues on the left, creating depth as the entrance recedes. Stone steps lead up to the cathedral. The style features precise linework resembling an engraving or etching. The color palette consists of shades of sepia and gray, giving a classic appearance and enhancing texture and depth.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching in black on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Mary E. Maxwell Fund)

  • Dimensions

    plate: 36.99 × 30.48 cm (14 9/16 × 12 in.)
    sheet: 50.8 × 38.26 cm (20 × 15 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2015.19.516

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Fletchter 1982, no. 317, state II/II

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 1941; acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art

Associated Names

Bibliography

1982

  • Fletcher, William Dolan. John Taylor Arms, A Man for All Time: The Artist and His Work. New Haven, CT: The Sign of the Arrow, 1982, pp. 202-203, no. 317, ii/ii.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: II; lower right in graphite: John Taylor Arms 1939 / SP

Watermarks

J WHATMAN

Wikidata ID

Q77014072

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