Artwork

Apse of St.-Didier, Avignon

Apse of St.-Didier, Avignon, by F. L. Griggs, graphite, 1922
Apse of St.-Didier, Avignon, by F. L. Griggs, graphite, 1922

Apse of St.-Didier, Avignon is a graphite drawing by F. L. Griggs. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Apse of St.

Inscription
Inscribed:lower right in graphite: F.L.GRIGGS; in unknown hand, lower left in brown ink: L'Abside de St.Didier; in later hand, lower right: (mounting instructions)

About this work

Overview

Apse of St.-Didier, Avignon is a graphite drawing on laid paper created by F. L. Griggs in 1922.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts the apse of St.-Didier, a church in Avignon, focusing on its architectural details. The subject suggests an interest in capturing the structural and aesthetic elements of religious architecture.

Technique & Style

Executed in graphite on laid paper, the work showcases Griggs' skill in rendering architectural forms through precise line work and shading, characteristic of a detailed, realistic approach.

History & Provenance

Created in 1922 by F. L. Griggs, the drawing's provenance and exhibition history are not specified in available information.

Context

Part of a broader trend of 20th-century artists documenting European architectural heritage, this drawing reflects a contemporary appreciation for historical buildings.

Legacy

As a specific example of Griggs' oeuvre, its legacy lies within the artist's overall contribution to architectural drawing, though its individual impact is not widely documented.

Artist & collection

Portrait of F. L. Griggs

Artist

F. L. Griggs

F. L. Griggs (1908–1908) was an artist.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Apse of St.-Didier, Avignon?

Apse of St.-Didier, Avignon was painted by F. L. Griggs in 1922.

Where can I see Apse of St.-Didier, Avignon?

Apse of St.-Didier, Avignon is held by National Gallery of Art.