Rosslyn

1899

David Young Cameron

Associated Names
David Young Cameron

Artist, Scottish, 1865 - 1945

The image depicts a detailed architectural etching of a gothic-style structure. The viewpoint is straight on, facing the intricately carved doorway. The composition focuses on the stone archway, filled with shadows and textures. The brushstrokes are precise, capturing the ornate details. The stonework is detailed with shadows adding depth. Darker tones contrast with lighter shades creating a dramatic play of light and shadow. The scene is monochromatic, emphasizing texture and composition over color.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 28.2 × 18.6 cm (11 1/8 × 7 5/16 in.)
    sheet: 45.1 × 29.4 cm (17 3/4 × 11 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.2346

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Rinder 1932, no. 303, State iii/iii

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lessing Julius Rosenwald [1891-1971], Philadelphia, (Lugt 1932d); gift to National Gallery of Art, 1943.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1932

  • Rinder, Frank. D.Y. Cameron, an illustrated catalogue of his etchings and drypoints, 1887-1932. Glasgow: Jackson, Wylie and Company, 1932.

Inscriptions

in plate lower centert: DYCameron; below plate lower right in graphite: D.Y. Cameron; by later hands in graphite across bottom: R303 K7766 X

Watermarks

none

Wikidata ID

Q64954818

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