Artwork

The Beacon

The Beacon, by Arthur John Trevor Briscoe, 1925
The Beacon, by Arthur John Trevor Briscoe, 1925

The Beacon is a print by Arthur John Trevor Briscoe. It dates from 1925 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Beacon is a 1925 print by Arthur John Trevor Briscoe, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts three sailboats on calm water, with a lone tree on the shore, its roots exposed. The title The Beacon suggests a guiding presence, though none is visible.

Technique & Style

Rendered in bold, wavy black and white lines, the scene has a dynamic, sketchy quality, giving the water a sense of movement.

History & Provenance

Created in 1925, The Beacon is signed by the artist as 'Arthur Briscoe'.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Cleveland Museum of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.