A small tomb, near Anupshahr

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Attributed to William Daniell, R.A. (1769-1837)
A small tomb, near Anupshahr
with inscription 'Near Anopsher - small temple (March 1789)' (on the mount, recording an inscription on the reverse of the drawing)
pencil and brown wash, unframed
9¼ x 117/8 in. (23.5 x 30.2 cm.); and a pen and grey ink, grey and blue wash drawing of figures in a road by William Daniell (2)

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Lot Essay

William notes in his journal for the 10 March 1789 'Arrived at our Ground at Anophur abt 8 o C., ...Encamped near the Rajah's house close to the side of the River. Cleaned my Gun & Pistols to Day in readiness for a Tiger hunt Tomorrow.'

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