Artwork
A Courtyard in Cairo
A Courtyard in Cairo is a drawing by the Impressionist artist David Young Cameron. It dates from 1910 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1940.725
- Credit line
- Bequest of James Parmelee
About this work
Overview
A Courtyard in Cairo is a 1910 etching by Scottish artist David Young Cameron, featuring an architectural scene from Cairo.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts an enclosed courtyard in Cairo, emphasizing its structural elements and conveying the atmosphere of the space.
Technique & Style
Characteristic of Cameron's work in the late Etching Revival, the piece showcases his skill in capturing urban and architectural details through etching.
History & Provenance
Created in 1910, the etching is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sir David Young Cameron (28 June 1865 – 16 September 1945) was a Scottish painter and, with greater success, etcher, mostly of townscapes and landscapes in both cases. He was a leading figure in the final decades of the Etching Revival.
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