Artwork
Grant's Tomb
Grant's Tomb is a print by Rachael Robinson Elmer. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Grant's Tomb is a lincocut print created by Rachael Robinson Elmer in 1916.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts General Grant's tomb, a monumental building with columns, situated on a hill. The scene includes a winding road, trees, and scattered figures, with the words 'GRANT'S TOMB' prominently displayed at the bottom.
Technique & Style
The lincocut technique, used to create the print, is characterized by sharp, flat colors and clean lines, resulting in a graphic and stylized representation of the scene.
Artist & collection
