Artwork
Stockholm
Stockholm is a print by Muirhead Bone. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Stockholm is an etching by Scottish artist Muirhead Bone, created circa 1924, depicting a vibrant cityscape with boats, buildings, and bustling activity.
Subject & Meaning
The print captures a densely populated urban scene, emphasizing architectural details and the interplay between waterborne and built environments, characteristic of Bone's focus on industrial and architectural themes.
Technique & Style
Executed in black and white with meticulous line work, the etching showcases Bone's mastery of detailed, high-contrast rendering, suggestive of chiaroscuro techniques to convey depth and energy.
History & Provenance
Part of the Etching Revival, this work reflects Bone's contribution to the movement. It is now held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Context
Created by an artist who also served as a war artist in both World Wars, Stockholm stands as a peaceful counterpoint to Bone's wartime output, highlighting his broader interest in modern urban life.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sir Muirhead Bone (23 March 1876 – 21 October 1953) was a Scottish etcher and watercolourist who became known for his depiction of industrial and architectural subjects and his work as a war artist in both the First and Second World Wars.
