Artwork
Bridge in the Pass of Glencoe—Scotland
Bridge in the Pass of Glencoe—Scotland is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Thomas Moran. It dates from 1882 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:lower right in plate: T Moran; lower left in graphite: T. Moran.
About this work
Overview
Bridge in the Pass of Glencoe, Scotland is a 1882 print by Thomas Moran, an American artist associated with the Hudson River School. It is executed in etching and roulette on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a landscape featuring a bridge in the center, surrounded by rugged terrain and mountains shrouded in mist. The contrast between the large rocks and the delicate bridge creates a sense of depth and scale.
Technique & Style
The use of chiaroscuro, achieved through varying shades of gray, creates a dramatic effect and draws the viewer's eye to the bridge. The etching and roulette techniques allow for a range of textures and tonal values.
History & Provenance
Thomas Moran was based in New York and often worked with his family. He began his career as an illustrator for Scribner’s Monthly and later became its chief illustrator in the late 1860s.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Thomas Moran (February 12, 1837 – August 25, 1926) was an American painter and printmaker of the Hudson River School in New York whose work often featured the Rocky Mountains.
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