Early 19th Century Watercolour - Resting by Lake Geneva

Description

A view along the coastline between Montreux and Chillon Castle in Switzerland. A man, his dog, and a pair of cattle rest in the foreground. This is possibly the 1836 painting to which the artist refers in an inscription on another painting of the same scene, dated 1845, also available at Sulis Fine Art. Another later painting of the scene, dated 1849, is also available in this collection. Presented in a cream wash line mount. Unsigned. On wove laid to backing wove.

Condition

There is some slight foxing and discolouration. There are some marks to the mount. Overall in very good condition.

Size

27.9 x 42.7cm (11" x 16.8")

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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