Drawing of the alter rail, St. Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, E.C.

1917

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Drawing of the alter rail, St. Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, E.C. is a 1917 by John T. Pote-Norris, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: John T. Pote-Norris
When & what style?: 1917
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This drawing depicts the altar rail at St. Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, E.C. The rail is made of wrought iron and features an intricate design with swirling patterns and leaves. It is set against a white background, with the words "Front" and "Return" written below it. The drawing is done in a detailed and realistic style, with careful attention paid to the textures and shapes of the metalwork. The use of shading and shadow adds depth and dimension to the image. The artist, John T. Pote-Norris, created this drawing in 1917. You can learn more about the artist's work and style by looking up Pote-Norris, John T.

The story of this work

Overview

A pen and watercolor drawing from 1917 depicts the altar rail of St. Mary Woolnoth, Lombard Street, in the City of London.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

Artist

John T. Pote-Norris

John T. Pote-Norris made detailed pencil drawings of church woodwork in early 1900s London. His prints show altar rails and tomb carvings inside St. Mary Woolnoth, St. Clement Danes, and other Wren churches. He focused…

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