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David Cox 1783-1859
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Description
- David Cox, R.W.S.
- Bridge over the Llugwy, near Capel Curig
- signed l.c.: David Cox / 1834
- watercolour over pencil with scratching out, stopping out and gum arabic
- 20.4 by 27 cm.; 8 1/8 by 10 3/4 in.
Provenance
with Agnew's, London
Literature
T. Roscoe, Wanderings and Excursions in North Wales, London, 1836, pl. 17
ENGRAVED:
by William Radclyff
Condition
The colours are clear, strong and fresh. There is a repaired tear located at the extreme left hand edge of the sheet, however this can only be seen on very close inspection. The sheet has not been laid down. It is attached to the mount at the extreme edges, (verso). Overall this work has been well preserved and is in good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Cox supplied topographical watercolours for engraving as early as 1820. First producing six watercolours of the city of Bath for publication, the present work is one of 31 watercolours that Cox produced in 1836 to illustrate Thomas Roscoe's book, Wanderings and Excursions in North Wales. All these works were engraved by his friend, the Birmingham engraver William Radclyffe. Cox also illustrated the accompanying volume Wanderings and Excursions in South Wales, published a year later in 1837. These demonstrate Cox's significant contribution to English book illustration.