Artwork
Mortmain
Mortmain is a print by Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs. It dates from 1917 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
If you want to learn more about the artist who made this painting, you can look up Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs (British, 1876–1938).
This painting shows a large house with a bridge in front of it. The house has many windows and a tall roof. There's a tree on the left side of the house.
The house is drawn in a detailed way, with many lines to show its shape and texture. The bridge in front of the house is also drawn with many lines, which makes it look old and strong.
If you want to learn more about the artist who made this painting, you can look up Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs (British, 1876–1938).
Overview
Mortmain is a print created by Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs around 1917. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a large house with a bridge in front, featuring numerous windows and a tall roof. A tree is situated to the left of the house. The level of detail suggests the artist's focus on the structure's texture and form.
Technique & Style
The house and bridge are rendered with intricate lines, conveying a sense of age and solidity. The detailed drawing style emphasizes the architectural features of the scene.
History & Provenance
Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs, a British artist active from 1876 to 1938, created Mortmain. Further information about his work and career can be found through additional research.
Artist & collection
Artist
Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs
Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs was an English etcher, architectural draughtsman, illustrator, and early conservationist, associated with the late flowering of the Arts and Crafts movement in the Cotswolds, centred in Chipping Campden.
