Artwork

Illustration for "Peronnik the Fool": Tailpiece

Illustration for "Peronnik the Fool":  Tailpiece, by Stephen Gooden, 1933
Illustration for "Peronnik the Fool":  Tailpiece, by Stephen Gooden, 1933

Illustration for "Peronnik the Fool": Tailpiece is a print by Stephen Gooden. It dates from 1933 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

The knight and horse are set against a plain background, with the knight's spear and the horse's reins standing out in detail.

This image depicts a knight on horseback, holding a long spear and a cup. The knight wears a helmet and armor, and the horse has a flowing mane and tail. A banner above the knight reads "THE END" in capital letters.

The knight and horse are set against a plain background, with the knight's spear and the horse's reins standing out in detail. The overall mood of the image is one of triumph and celebration, with the knight's proud posture and the banner's declaration of "THE END" suggesting a sense of accomplishment.

To learn more about the artist behind this image, look up Stephen Gooden (British, 1892–1955).

Overview

Illustration for 'Peronnik the Fool': Tailpiece is a 1933 print by British artist Stephen Gooden, now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a triumphant knight on horseback, armed with a spear and holding a cup, under a banner proclaiming 'THE END'. The knight's proud pose and the banner suggest a sense of achievement and conclusion.

Technique & Style

Rendered against a plain background, the piece highlights detailed elements such as the spear, reins, and the horse's flowing mane and tail, emphasizing the subject's grandeur.

History & Provenance

Created in 1933 by Stephen Gooden (1892–1955), the work is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Stephen Gooden

Artist

Stephen Gooden

Stephen Frederick Gooden CBE, RA, RE was an English artist, engraver, illustrator and designer of banknotes.

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