Who painted The Anchor?

The Anchor was painted by Arthur John Trevor Briscoe in 1930.

Where can I see The Anchor?

The Anchor is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Can I buy a print of The Anchor?

Museum-quality prints of The Anchor are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Anchor

Arthur John Trevor Briscoe , 1930

The Anchor is a print by Arthur John Trevor Briscoe. It dates from 1930 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2005.172
Credit line: Gift of Carole W. and Charles B. Rosenblatt

About this work

Overview

The Anchor is a 1930 print by Arthur John Trevor Briscoe, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a solitary, rusty anchor on a weathered wooden dock, with calm water in the background. The anchor's heaviness suggests it once secured large vessels, reflecting Briscoe's frequent portrayal of maritime themes and attention to detail.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique emphasizing contrasts between light and dark, is evident in the way light highlights the anchor's edges, creating a sense of depth and volume.