Robin's Court
Medium
etching and drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
plate: 18 × 13.7 cm (7 1/16 × 5 3/8 in.) sheet: 20.5 × 17.8 cm (8 1/16 × 7 in.)
Classification
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number
1943.3.2423
Art Historical Context
**Robin's Court** *David Young Cameron, 190* Etching and drypoint on laid Step into the intricate world of **Robin's**, a 1907 etching and dry by Scottish artist David Young. Created at the height of the early 20-century etching revival, this intimate print (plate: 18 × 13.7 cm) architectural detail with Cameron's signature precision. Known for his topographical works, Cameron elevated printmaking by blending meticulous linework with atmospheric depth, often focusing on historic European structures. The medium shines here: etching uses acid to bite fine lines into a copper plate for cr...
About the Artist
David Young Cameron
Sir David Young Cameron (1865-1945) was a Scottish painter and etcher who achieved international recognition primarily for his atmospheric etchings of architectural and landscape subjects. Born in Glasgow during the Victorian era, Cameron became one of Britain's most celebrated printmakers, eventually receiving a knighthood and serving in prominent positions including Trustee of the Tate Gallery a...