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Henry Davy (1793-1865) - 1861 Watercolour Country House and Grounds
Description
This charming watercolour scene depicts a man on horseback looking over the grounds of a country house. The grand manor house is at the centre of the composition, surrounded by blooming summer flowers. In the foreground a herd of sheep graze on the lawn. Signed and dated to the lower left. Beautifully presented in a birdseye maple frame with a gilt slip. On wove.Condition
The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration.
Size
25.8 x 38.7cm (10.2" x 15.2")Framed Size: 46 x 59cm (18.1" x 23.2")
Artist Biography
Henry Day was an landscape artist and printmaker born in The Poplars near Halesworth, Suffolk. In his younger years the was an apprentice to John Sell Cotman in Great Yarmouth where the learnt the art of etching and completed a series of architectural studies. the exhibited with The Norwich Society of Artists in Westhall, Beccles from 1817 to 1819 before continuing his training under George Cook, a London engraver.
After marrying the lived and work in Southwold, Suffolk and then later moved to Ipswich where the completed some of his most renowned etchings. the exhibited with the Suffolk Fine Arts Association during this time. Davy continued painting and printmaking for the rest of his life, contributing to many illustrated journals.
| SKU | qr189 |
|---|---|
| Artist | Henry Davy (1793-1865) |
| Date | 1861 |
| Dimensions | 25.8 x 38.7cm |
| Medium | Watercolour |
| Subject | Landscape |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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