Artwork
Carrigogunniel
Carrigogunniel is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist James Bulwer. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Carrigogunniel is a drawing created by James Bulwer in 1830 using watercolor and graphite.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a serene coastal scene with a ruined stone structure on a grassy hill in the distance, surrounded by trees and gentle waves. The soft, pale sky and warm earth tones evoke a tranquil atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Bulwer employed loose, sketchy lines to convey mood, using layers of translucent watercolor paint to achieve depth. The technique suggests a focus on capturing a moment and atmosphere rather than precise detail.
Artist & collection
Clifton from Kingsweston
River Scene with Distant Castle
watercolour from the Ionides Album
Herstmonceux Castle
Bridge at Knaresborough
Arundel Castle
Ferry on the Severn, near Tewkesbury
A pond overshadowed by two trees; buildings in the background
Horstead Mill on the River Bure, Norfolk
The Pond, Ditchling
View from the Terrace, Rievaulx