Captain Gilpin drawings
John Bernard Gilpin, 1738–1776
Collection of forty sketches pasted into two scrapbooks: 30 x 54.5 and 33 x 56 cm, signed in ink verso top 'Captain Gilpin Drawings'. He is intent on depicting wild nature in his rocky scenes, figures or buildings introduced only to enhance the power and scale of the elements. Although a number have topographical titles, their treatment is free. They reflect two moods, the dramatic and the contemplative, but particularly pleasing are those ideal landscapes where all is serene and quiet.
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Title of artwork, date
Captain Gilpin drawings, 1738–1776
Date supported
1992
Medium and material
Watercolour, ink & wash
Dimensions
30 x 54 cm
Grant
900
Total cost
1800
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