| Method | Aquatint |
| Artist | Joseph Constantine Stadler after T. Hulley |
| Published | [London. Published April, 12, 1817 at R. Ackermanns Repository of Arts 101 Strand.] |
| Dimensions | Image 315 x 378, Sheet 342 x 419 mm |
| Notes |
A scarce comparative landscape featuring the world's principal mountains as close neighbours. A smoking Etna stands prominent to the left-centre while the snow-capped Himalayas dwarf all in the far distance. Pyramids can be seen on the shore to the right, with a domed basilica and spired church further back. All provide a sense of scale to the natural giants that surround them. Joseph Constantine Stadler (fl. 1780 - 1822) was a printmaker of German origin. He settled in London in the 1780's and, since he specialised in aquatint engraving, became responsible for the successful production of many ambitious topographical works. Amongst these were Philippe Jacques de Loutherbourg's 'Picturesque Scenery of Great Britain', as well as numerous commissions for Rudolph Ackermann including 'Views of London', and 'Public Schools'. Thomas Hulley (fl. 1798 - 1817) was a British watercolourist and aquatinter. He is best-known for his topographical works featuring mountains and rivers. Hulley is believed to have lectured in Bath in oil painting as well as in the practise of tinted drawings. Condition: 'Key Founded on Geometrical Admeasurements' and publication line trimmed below. Old glue residue spots on verso. |
| Framing | unmounted |
| Price | £450.00 |
| Stock ID | 45142 |