Artwork
Topographical drawing
Topographical drawing is a drawing by the Romanticist artist pugin. It dates from 1819 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This drawing is one of eleven topographical views of Lincoln Cathedral created by A.
About this work
Overview
This drawing is one of eleven topographical views of Lincoln Cathedral created by A.C. Pugin between 1819 and 1821, characterized by meticulous renderings of the cathedral's Gothic architecture.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Lincoln Cathedral, with the drawing emphasizing its tall, pointed structure, numerous thin windows, spires, intricate carvings, and circular glass details, highlighting its elaborate, antiquated design.
Technique & Style
The artist employed techniques such as cross-hatching to achieve depth and sharp edges, with careful shading to accentuate the building's vertical ascent, reflecting a focus on architectural accuracy and detail.
History & Provenance
Originally created between 1819 and 1821, the set was later published in J. Britton’s *The Architectural Antiquities of Great Britain* in 1826, indicating its contribution to architectural documentation of the time.
Context
Such topographical drawings were common for architectural study and planning, suggesting this work's purpose was likely educational or documentary, aimed at capturing the cathedral's architectural specifics.
Artist & collection
Artist
These watercolours and drawings from the early 1800s capture landscapes, buildings, and streets in crisp, exacting lines.
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