Cathedral Homes - Segovia

This etching by J. Andre Smith depicts a picturesque, rustic scene, showcasing a cluster of old, intricately detailed buildings with weathered facades and tiled roofs, standing in the shadow of a grand, domed structure with elaborate architectural details that dominate the background. In the foreground, small groups of figures gather and engage in daily activities, while laundry hangs from windows, adding a touch of domesticity to the quaint, historical street scene.

This etching by J. Andre Smith depicts a picturesque, rustic scene, showcasing a cluster of old, intricately detailed buildings with weathered facades and tiled roofs, standing in the shadow of a grand, domed structure with elaborate architectural details that dominate the background. In the foreground, small groups of figures gather and engage in daily activities, while laundry hangs from windows, adding a touch of domesticity to the quaint, historical street scene.

Name/Title

Cathedral Homes - Segovia

Entry/Object ID

1992.051.065

Artwork Details

Medium

Paper

Subject Place

City

Segovia

Country

Spain

Region

Southern Europe

Continent

Europe

Context

In the Spring of 1921, J. Andre Smith, along with other artists, took a trip throughout Spain where they visited Cuenca, Segovia, and Toledo, among others.

Collection

Smith Collection (MAA)

Cataloged By

Katie Benson

Acquisition

Accession

1992.051

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Credit Line

Purchased by the Museum for the Permanent Collection

Made/Created

Artist

J. André Smith