Artwork
London Types: Policeman (Constitution Hill)
London Types: Policeman (Constitution Hill) is a print by the Impressionist artist William Nicholson. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
London Types: Policeman (Constitution Hill) is a 1898 print by William Nicholson, a British artist known for his work in various mediums, including printmaking.
Subject & Meaning
The print is part of a series exploring London's social fabric and depicts a policeman on a bench with a horse behind him, capturing an everyday urban scene.
Technique & Style
The work features a predominantly brown and black color palette with simple shapes, and a mix of detailed and rough elements, such as the stiff uniform and the quickly drawn horse's legs, creating a sense of busyness and flatness.
History & Provenance
Created in 1898, the print reflects Nicholson's interest in capturing London's character at the turn of the century.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sir William Newzam Prior Nicholson (5 February 1872 – 16 May 1949) was a British painter of still-life, landscape and portraits.
