Thomas Rowlandson (London 1756-1827)

Watching the coast

Details

Thomas Rowlandson (London 1756-1827)
Watching the coast
with inscription 'original drawing by Rowlandson' (lower right)
pencil, pen and grey ink and watercolour
10 5/8 x 17 ¼ in. (27 x 43.8 cm.)

Provenance

Rev. Canon J.J. Shirley; Sotheby's, London, 24 February 1960, lot 20 (£380 to S. & R. Rosenberg).

Literature

B. Falk, Thomas Rowlandson: His life and Art, London, 1949, p. 165, ill.

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Lot Essay

Soldiers situated on the shore keep watch for an approaching enemy. The atmosphere is at odds with the possibility of an impending invasion as the majority of the soldiers are relaxing and enjoying playing games, music, conversing, sleeping, and engaging with female company.

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