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The Almonry

Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs

1925

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Early Modern

Dominant colour

The Almonry is a 1925 by Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs
When & what style?: 1925
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This black-and-white drawing shows a snowy village street. A tall church looms in the background, with pointed arches and a steep roof. In the foreground, people walk along a narrow path, some carrying bags or tools. Snow blankets the rooftops, walls, and ground, giving everything a quiet, textured look. The artist paid close attention to how light and shadow play across the snow, making the scene feel cold but detailed. The people seem small compared to the big buildings, which adds a sense of depth. Look up The Cleveland Museum of Art to see more works like this.

About the artist

Artist

Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs

Frederick Landseer Maur Griggs was an English etcher, architectural draughtsman, illustrator, and early conservationist, associated with the late flowering of the Arts and Crafts movement in the Cotswolds, centred in Chipping Campden.

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