Rouen Cathedral
1923
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1923
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Rouen Cathedral is a 1923 by Herbert Gordon Warlow, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This drawing shows a huge cathedral with tall spires and pointed arches. People walk around the front steps and gather near the entrance. The building looks old, with lots of detailed carvings and big windows. The artist focused on the cathedral’s big shapes and sharp lines. The drawing is all in black and white, so shadows and light make the details pop. Look up chiaroscuro to see how light and dark create depth in art.
