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L.D. Campbell's Tomb (verso)

L.D. Campbell's Tomb (verso), by John Hamilton Craigie, 1861
L.D. Campbell's Tomb (verso), by John Hamilton Craigie, 1861

L.D. Campbell's Tomb (verso) is a photography by the Impressionist artist John Hamilton Craigie. It dates from 1861 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. L.

About this work

Overview

L.D. Campbell's Tomb (verso) is a black-and-white photograph by John Hamilton Craigie, created around 1861. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The photograph depicts a weathered stone path leading to a ruin, with a simple grave marker and two figures in old-fashioned attire. The scene is framed by a tall arch and broken columns, suggesting the remains of a church or old building.

Technique & Style

The image is characterized by its quiet and detailed style, capturing the textures of weathered bricks and the simplicity of the tomb.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Cleveland Museum of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.