"We're Bound for Rio Grande"

1929

Arthur Briscoe

Associated Names
Arthur Briscoe

Artist, British, 1873 - 1943

This is a drawing of a ship's deck with detailed rigging and sails. The image captures a close-up view of the deck of a sailing vessel, dominated by the complex web of ropes and rigging against the backdrop of a large, billowing sail. The intricate lines and shading emphasize the textures and dimensions of the ship's structure. Subtle variations in line weight suggest volume and depth, drawing attention to the craftsmanship and functionality of the maritime setting. The overall composition conveys a sense of movement and the dynamic nature of life aboard the ship.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 27.4 × 32 cm (10 13/16 × 12 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.1310

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Laver 1930, no. 143, State ii/ii

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1930

  • Laver, James. A complete catalogue of the etchings and dry-points of Arthur Briscoe, A.R.E.. London: Halton and Truscott Smith, Ltd., 1930.

Wikidata ID

Q64953885

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