Artwork

Mill near the Grand Chartreuse

Mill near the Grand Chartreuse, by Warren B. Davis, ink, 1816
Mill near the Grand Chartreuse, by Warren B. Davis, ink, 1816

Mill near the Grand Chartreuse is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Warren B. Davis. It dates from 1816 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Mill near the Grand Chartreuse is a print created by Warren B. Davis in 1816 using etching and mezzotint techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene and enigmatic landscape featuring a river, rocky hills, and trees, with a bridge and a building in the distance. The scene is characterized by its dark, misty atmosphere and the use of shading to convey texture.

Technique & Style

Davis employed etching and mezzotint to achieve a range of tonal values and textures, creating a detailed and atmospheric representation of the landscape. The technique allowed for deep shadows and intricate details.

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.