From the Tower, Bayeux 1928

John Taylor Arms created this print, "From the Tower, Bayeux," using etching, a medium that perfectly captures the intricate details of Gothic architecture. The print presents a view from a tower, framed by an elaborate window. Arms focuses on line and form to create a sense of depth and perspective. The foreground's window tracery is rendered with sharp, precise lines, contrasting with the softer, more diffuse depiction of the townscape in the background. The composition invites the viewer to consider how architectural structures mediate our perception of space. Arms employs the window as a framing device, layering the viewing experience. The etched lines work to dissect our experience of the view, drawing attention to both the aesthetic qualities of the architecture and the broader urban landscape. The choice of monochromatic tones enriches the composition and emphasizes the play of light and shadow.