Artwork
Ponte di Mezzo, Pisa
Ponte di Mezzo, Pisa is a print by Francis Dodd. It dates from 1915 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 2004.225
- Credit line
- Gift of Carole W. and Charles B. Rosenblatt
About this work
Overview
Ponte di Mezzo, Pisa, a 1915 print by Francis Dodd, is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. The work captures a serene urban vista.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the Ponte di Mezzo in Pisa, showcasing a bridge with arches over a calm river, flanked by riverbank buildings. The serene atmosphere conveys a sense of tranquility.
Technique & Style
Dodd employed a predominantly dark tonal range, contrasting with a lighter background to achieve depth. The use of chiaroscuro creates volume, guiding the viewer's eye into the scene.
History & Provenance
Created in 1915 by Francis Dodd, the print is currently held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francis Edgar Dodd was a British portrait painter, landscape artist and printmaker.
