The Dolphins

1892

David Young Cameron

Associated Names
David Young Cameron

Artist, Scottish, 1865 - 1945

This is a drawing of a building facade with intricate architectural details. The drawing shows a tall, narrow building adorned with elaborate stone carvings. The central section features classical revival elements like columns and ornate figures resembling dolphins or mythical sea creatures. The building has several windows, some with visible curtains or shutters. Decorative reliefs and embellishments are found between the floors. In the foreground, a balustrade and a staircase are visible, adding depth and perspective to the drawing. The piece conveys a detailed study of architecture, common in drawings of cityscapes and historic structures.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 17.3 × 11.6 cm (6 13/16 × 4 9/16 in.)
    mount: 56 × 43.2 cm (22 1/16 × 17 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.2601

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Rinder 1932, no. 115

  • Series Title

    North Holland Set

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1932

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

Wikidata ID

Q64955394

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