Westminster Abbey, View of the Chancel from the South Transept
1885
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1885
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white drawing shows the inside of a grand church. Tall stone pillars line the space, and a high ceiling with ribbed arches stretches above. In the background, two large tombs sit under pointed arches, with carved details and statues on top. In the foreground, rows of wooden pews face the chancel, and a few people stand near a railing, looking toward the tombs. The artist used shading to show depth, making the shadows dark and the light areas almost white. This style makes the church’s details stand out sharply. Next, look up etching to see how artists create prints like this one.
