The Court Rules
Medium
etching
Classification
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number
1943.3.8002
Art Historical Context
**The Court Rules** is a captivating etching by American artist Dwight Case Sturges created in 1927 housed in the National Gallery of's Rosenwald Collection ( CG-W). This print exemplifies the etching medium's enduring appeal during the interwar period, when artists embraced intaglio techniques for their precision and tonal richness. Etching involves coating a metal plate with acid-resistant ground, scratching designs into it, and immersing it in acid to etch fine lines—allowing Sturges to achieve intricate details and subtle textures that invite close viewing. The evocative title, *The Court...