From:Williamson Art Gallery and Museum

Name/TitleThe Chimera of Amiens

About this objectEtching touched with drypoint depicting a gargoyle (with this particular gargoyle being a 'chimera' as it is formed of different animals) on the Cathedral of Amiens, France.

This work was created by Sir David Young Cameron (1865–1945), who was a renowned Scottish painter and etcher, celebrated for his evocative landscapes and architectural studies. His artistic journey was deeply enriched by extensive travels across Europe, with France playing a significant role in shaping his printmaking legacy. Cameron’s visits to France inspired a series of etchings and drypoints that captured the country’s architectural charm and atmospheric landscapes. These prints exemplify his mastery in rendering light and shadow through intricate linework and tonal depth and reflect his fascination with historic French towns and their quiet grandeur.

MakerCameron, David Young (1865-1945)

Maker Roleprintmaker

Date Made1910

Period20th century

Style and IconographyEtching Revival

Style and IconographyLandscape

Style and IconographyUrban Landscape

Inscription and MarksOn top left of etching: "DY Cameron"
In pencil on bottom right: "DY Cameron" A2640 16

Techniqueetching and drypoint

Measurementsprint height: 24.5cm
print width: 18cm

mount height: 50cm
mount width: 38.5cm

Subject and Association Keywordsgargoyle

Subject and Association KeywordsFrance

Subject and Association KeywordsAmiens, France

Subject and Association KeywordsCathedral of Amiens, France

Named CollectionAlbert Taylor Collection

Credit LinePresented by Albert Taylor

Object Typeprint

Object numberBIKGM.9243

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