Artwork
Lagoon, Venice
Lagoon, Venice is a drawing by Muirhead Bone. It dates from 1936 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1974.231
- Credit line
- Gift of Mrs. Lewis B. Williams
About this work
Overview
Lagoon, Venice is a 1936 drawing by Muirhead Bone, a Scottish artist known for his etchings and watercolours of industrial and architectural subjects.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a serene Venetian lagoon scene with calm water, scattered boats, and a distant city skyline under an overcast sky, evoking a peaceful atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The artwork showcases Bone's use of light and shadow to create depth, with detailed rendering of the water's surface, including subtle ripples and reflections.
History & Provenance
Created in 1936, Lagoon, Venice is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, reflecting Bone's prominence as a key figure in the Etching Revival before the 1929 market decline.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Sir Muirhead Bone (23 March 1876 – 21 October 1953) was a Scottish etcher and watercolourist who became known for his depiction of industrial and architectural subjects and his work as a war artist in both the First and Second World Wars.
