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Vestibule of the Cathedral, Trogir

John Dudley Johnston

1936

photographic

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Early Modern

Dominant colour

Vestibule of the Cathedral, Trogir is a 1936 photographic by John Dudley Johnston, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: John Dudley Johnston
When & what style?: 1936
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This black-and-white photo shows a dimly lit cathedral entryway. Carved stone pillars line the doorway, their surfaces detailed with swirls and patterns. On the right, a statue of a robed figure stands above a smaller sculpture of a lamb on a pedestal. The floor is smooth stone, and the walls have tall, narrow windows letting in faint light. The lamb statue is a quiet detail—its calm pose contrasts with the heavy stonework around it. This photo was taken in 1936 by Johnston, who focused on architectural textures. See more of Johnston’s work at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The story of this work

Overview

A sepia-toned mounted photograph from 1936 depicts the entrance of a cathedral, framed by intricately carved stone sculptures and columns. The image captures the architectural details of the vestibule, emphasizing the sculptural ornamentation surrounding the doorway.

Read the full account in the museum source.