Artwork

Horse Guards, Whitehall

Horse Guards, Whitehall, by Percy Robertson, 1911
Horse Guards, Whitehall, by Percy Robertson, 1911

Horse Guards, Whitehall is a print by Percy Robertson. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.
1920.129

About this work

Overview

Horse Guards, Whitehall is a print by Percy Robertson, dated to around 1911, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a bustling urban scene centered on a grand building with a clock tower, arched doorways, and a statue. People in period attire go about their daily business, while soldiers stand nearby, capturing a moment in time.

Technique & Style

The artist's attention to architectural detail and everyday life is evident in the precise lines and shading, which create a sense of depth in the scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Percy Robertson

Percy Robertson RE (1868–1934) was an English watercolour landscape painter and etcher.

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Who painted Horse Guards, Whitehall?

Horse Guards, Whitehall was painted by Percy Robertson in 1911.

Where can I see Horse Guards, Whitehall?

Horse Guards, Whitehall is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

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