Who painted The Avenue?

The Avenue was painted by David Young Cameron in 1905.

Where can I see The Avenue?

The Avenue is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Can I buy a print of The Avenue?

Museum-quality prints of The Avenue are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Avenue

David Young Cameron , 1905

The Avenue is a print by David Young Cameron. It dates from 1905 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Avenue is a 1905 print by Scottish artist David Young Cameron. Executed as an etching, the work exemplifies Cameron’s focus on urban and rural scenery. It forms part of the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it is displayed among other examples of early twentieth‑century printmaking.

Technique & Style

Cameron employed the etching process, a hallmark of the late Etching Revival, to render fine line work and tonal variation. His handling of light and shadow creates depth within the avenue’s perspective, while the composition reflects the disciplined draftsmanship typical of his landscape and townscape oeuvre.

Context

At the turn of the twentieth century, Cameron emerged as a leading figure in the resurgence of etching, a medium that had waned earlier in the century. His Scottish background and training in both painting and printmaking informed a style that blended realistic observation with a subtle atmospheric quality, aligning him with contemporaries who sought to revitalize the graphic arts.

History & Provenance

Since its creation in 1905, The Avenue has remained in the public domain, eventually entering the holdings of the Cleveland Museum of Art. The museum’s acquisition underscores the work’s representation of the Etching Revival and its relevance to the broader narrative of early modern British printmaking.

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Artist & collection

Artist

David Young Cameron

Sir David Young Cameron (28 June 1865 – 16 September 1945) was a Scottish painter and, with greater success, etcher, mostly of townscapes and landscapes in both cases. He was a leading figure in the final decades of the Etching Revival.