Artwork

Sussex Landscape

Sussex Landscape, by Donald Shaw MacLaughlan, ink, 1920
Sussex Landscape, by Donald Shaw MacLaughlan, ink, 1920

Sussex Landscape is an ink print by Donald Shaw MacLaughlan. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Sussex Landscape is an etching by Donald Shaw MacLaughlan, created in 1920. It is a print that depicts a serene landscape scene.

Subject & Meaning

The etching features a landscape with trees and bushes in the foreground, a field in the background, and a small fence on the right. A path or road leads into the distance on the left, evoking a sense of calmness.

Technique & Style

The scene is rendered in various shades of gray, with contrasting dark and light areas. The use of etching technique allows for detailed texture and tonal variation, contributing to the overall atmosphere of the image.

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.