1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Monument of the Cardinald D'Amboise in Rouen Cathedral is a 1850 watercolor by Louis Haghe, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
The painting depicts a grand monument inside a cathedral, with a large stone structure featuring intricate carvings and statues. The monument is situated in front of a large stained-glass window, which casts a colorful glow on the surrounding area. A figure in a black robe stands to the right of the monument, holding a staff and looking up at the structure. In front of the monument, a small child in a white robe points towards it. The painting's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye towards the monument. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique further.
The watercolour depicts the monument to Cardinals d'Amboise in Rouen Cathedral, featuring two figures positioned in the foreground. The work was purchased from Messers Agnew & Sons on 20 April 1904, following its inclusion in the sale of the Rt. Hon. C. Seale-Hayne's pictures on 18 April 1904.
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Louis Haghe (17 March 1806 – 9 March 1885) was a lithographer and watercolourist from the Netherlands and then the United Kingdom.
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