1845 Watercolour - Lake Geneva near Chillon Castle

Description

A view along the coastline between Montreux and Chillon Castle in Switzerland. Inscribed on the verso, 'On the coast from Montreux to Chillon. Lake of Geneva. Taken in 1836. Copied 1845'. The artist painted this scene three times and this painting is most likely the aforementioned copy. An earlier painting of the scene, possibly the 1836 version, and a later version dated 1849 are also for sale at Sulis Fine Art. Presented in a cream wash line mount. Unsigned. On wove.

Condition

There are some tape marks showing through from the verso at the upper edge. There is some very slight foxing and discolouration. There are some small marks to the mount. Overall in very good condition.

Size

21.7 x 30.8cm (8.5" x 12.1")

Collection Information

A very fine collection of watercolours painted from the 1830s to 1850s, likely by the same hand. The collection predominantly depicts landscapes and villages in the Western Alps, consisting of southeastern France, northwestern Italy, and southwestern Switzerland, with a particular focus on the area surrounding Lake Geneva known as the Swiss Riviera. The artist demonstrates a mastery of light and atmosphere, deftly capturing both the natural beauty and timeless grandeur of this part of the world. Most of the paintings are inscribed with some details on the verso, such as the date and location.

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Location

Lake Geneva