Artwork
A View from St. Aldate's, Oxford
A View from St. Aldate's, Oxford is a print by Richard Dighton. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. A View from St.
- Accession no.
- 1940.852
- Credit line
- Bequest of James Parmelee
About this work
Overview
A View from St. Aldate's, Oxford is a print by Richard Dighton, dated to around 1845. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man in antiquated attire walking a curly-haired sheepdog along a path or street. The title suggests a connection to a real location in Oxford, potentially presented in a humorous or exaggerated manner.
Technique & Style
The image features a man in a tall black hat, dark coat with a visible red pocket, and light pants tucked into boots. The dog trots ahead, contributing to a quirky, cartoonish atmosphere.
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