Frank S. Bowden - Early 20th Century Graphite Drawing, Sketchbook

Description

Frank S. Bowden - Original Early 20th Century Graphite Drawing. A sketchbook containing various landscapes and architectural studies in graphite. Around 10 studies. The subjects include: the pump at Henbury, the church at Oxwich, the White Horse at Romsey and the interior of Wells Cathedral. Signed and inscribed. Minor staining and creasing throughout. Wear to cover.

Size

12 x 20cm (4.7" x 7.9")

Collection Information

From a collection of sketchbooks and works by the artist, Frank S. Bowden. Bowden was an architectural consultant and artist active between 1926 and 1967. He lived near Trowbridge, Wilts. and was the Wiltshire County Architect. His sketchbooks are full of very fine graphite drawings of buildings and constructions that demonstrate a keen eye for architectural detail. Many of the subjects can be found in the West country, particularly in the Bristol and North Somerset areas. There are also some sketches from Italy. The sketchbooks are signed on the inside cover.

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