The Admiralty

1899

David Young Cameron

Associated Names
David Young Cameron

Artist, Scottish, 1865 - 1945

This is a drawing of an architectural facade showcasing a grand gateway with ornate details. The image features a classical entrance with large columns supporting a pediment adorned with sculptural details, including two winged horse-like creatures atop the archway. Below the pediment, the initials "S:S" are inscribed on either side of the gateway for symmetry. The perspective leads towards an archway framing a distant view of another architectural feature. The drawing includes detailed line work depicting the texture of the stone and architectural elements of surrounding buildings. The scene conveys grandeur and historical significance, with intricate stonework adding to the sense of permanence and majesty.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 21.9 × 16.3 cm (8 5/8 × 6 7/16 in.)
    mount: 45.7 × 31.3 cm (18 × 12 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.2637

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Rinder 1932, no. 293

  • Series Title

    London 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

Q64955481

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