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
Copyright LicenceAll rights reserved