Lot Essay
Apostool was not only a draughtsman but also a well-known engraver. In 1808 Apostool became Director of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, which he remained until his death.
The Bay of Naples from the Margellina; and View of Villa Reale at Chiaia, Naples
Details
Cornelis Apostool (1762-1844)
The Bay of Naples from the Margellina; and View of Villa Reale at Chiaia, Naples
signed 'C Apostool ft' (1) and 'C. Apostool fecit' (2) and with inscriptions 'View of the Port of the City of Naples opposite to Mount Vesuvius' (1) and 'Drawn on the spot by M. Ricci' and 'View of the Port of the City of Naples opposite to Mount Vesuvius.' (2)
watercolour on an aquatint base
397 x 609 mm.a pair (2)
The Bay of Naples from the Margellina; and View of Villa Reale at Chiaia, Naples
signed 'C Apostool ft' (1) and 'C. Apostool fecit' (2) and with inscriptions 'View of the Port of the City of Naples opposite to Mount Vesuvius' (1) and 'Drawn on the spot by M. Ricci' and 'View of the Port of the City of Naples opposite to Mount Vesuvius.' (2)
watercolour on an aquatint base
397 x 609 mm.a pair (2)
Provenance
Mrs. Estherbelle McHarg Mojo.Grand Central Galleries, New York (according to a label on the backing).