Clock Tower at Rouen (recto and verso) 19th-20th century

Curator: Martin Mower's drawing, entitled "Clock Tower at Rouen," captures a street scene anchored by the titular clock tower. Editor: It feels like stepping back in time, doesn’t it? The muted tones create a very old-world atmosphere. Curator: Indeed. Notice the artist's careful attention to the interplay of light and shadow. The graphite medium allows for a remarkable tonal range. Editor: And the figures! They give it such a sense of life, even if they're rendered somewhat vaguely. They almost seem to dissolve into the scene. Curator: The composition emphasizes the verticality of the buildings, framing the clock tower as the focal point of the scene. The strong lines direct the gaze. Editor: The clock tower looms, silent witness to centuries. What stories it could tell. Curator: Precisely. It's a work rich in structural complexity and suggestive depth. Editor: I'm left with a feeling of quiet contemplation. Thanks for the insights.