Artwork

Drawing of the alter rail, St. Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, E.C.

Drawing of the alter rail, St. Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, E.C., by John T. Pote-Norris, 1917
Drawing of the alter rail, St. Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, E.C., by John T. Pote-Norris, 1917

Drawing of the alter rail, St. Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, E.C. is a print by John T. Pote-Norris. It dates from 1917 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 1917 drawing by John T.

About this work

The drawing is done in a detailed and realistic style, with careful attention paid to the textures and shapes of the metalwork.

This drawing depicts the altar rail at St. Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, E.C. The rail is made of wrought iron and features an intricate design with swirling patterns and leaves. It is set against a white background, with the words "Front" and "Return" written below it.

The drawing is done in a detailed and realistic style, with careful attention paid to the textures and shapes of the metalwork. The use of shading and shadow adds depth and dimension to the image.

The artist, John T. Pote-Norris, created this drawing in 1917. You can learn more about the artist's work and style by looking up Pote-Norris, John T.

Overview

This 1917 drawing by John T. Pote-Norris depicts the altar rail of St. Mary Woolnoth in the City of London.

Subject & Meaning

The intricately designed wrought-iron altar rail is the focus, set against a plain white background with labels indicating its orientation. The detailed rendering highlights the metalwork's textures and patterns.

Technique & Style

Executed in pen and watercolor, the drawing showcases a realistic style with careful attention to shading and shadow, creating a sense of depth and dimension.

History & Provenance

Created in 1917 by John T. Pote-Norris, the drawing documents the altar rail at a specific point in time.

Artist & collection

Artist

John T. Pote-Norris

John T. Pote-Norris made detailed pencil drawings of church woodwork in early 1900s London. His prints show altar rails and tomb carvings inside St. Mary Woolnoth, St. Clement Danes, and other Wren churches. He focused…