Artwork

Old Bridge at Weaverton

Old Bridge at Weaverton, by Andrew Fisher Bunner, graphite, 1867
Old Bridge at Weaverton, by Andrew Fisher Bunner, graphite, 1867

Old Bridge at Weaverton is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Andrew Fisher Bunner. It dates from 1867 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Old Bridge at Weaverton is a graphite drawing on wove paper created by Andrew Fisher Bunner in 1867.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene landscape centered around a small stone bridge spanning a narrow stream, surrounded by lush vegetation and featuring scattered rocks and foliage in the foreground.

Technique & Style

Bunner's use of graphite achieves a sense of depth and atmosphere, with delicate rendering of trees and foliage, creating a tranquil effect.

Artist & collection

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