Artwork
Exterior of buildings
Exterior of buildings is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Charles Frederick Godbold Turner. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Exterior of buildings is a drawing created by Charles Frederick Godbold Turner in 1845, now part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing focuses on the exterior of a structure, likely a church, emphasizing its architectural details, including arched windows, a pointed roof, and a prominent tower with a spire.
Technique & Style
Executed in a romantic style, the drawing showcases intricate details and textures, achieving depth and historical ambiance. Techniques such as cross-hatching contribute to a nuanced atmosphere, contrasted with a softly rendered hazy sky.
History & Provenance
Created in 1845 by Charles Frederick Godbold Turner, the work is currently held in the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Frederick Godbold Turner
Charles Frederick Godbold Turner spent his life drawing the small stuff most people ignore: the worn stone of cathedral steps, the faded embroidery on an old priest’s robe, the way light slants through a church window.
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