Artwork
Cottages, Leeds
Cottages, Leeds is a drawing by Charles Ginner. It dates from 1925 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Cottages, Leeds is a drawing by Charles Ginner, created around 1925. It is a representation of a row of old houses, showcasing the artist's attention to detail and everyday subjects.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a street lined with modest cottages, characterized by steep, tiled roofs and brick walls. The scene is rendered with a focus on the textures and structures of the buildings, highlighting Ginner's interest in urban landscapes.
Technique & Style
Ginner employed a technique involving thin, crisscrossed lines to create shadows and texture, particularly on the roofs and walls. This cross-hatching method gives the surfaces a detailed and three-dimensional appearance, demonstrating the artist's skill in building up shading with lines.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Isaac Ginner (4 March 1878 – 6 January 1952) was a British painter of landscape and urban subjects.
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