Stage Set Consisting Of Painted Panels, Fabrics, And Fans

1870/1890

Robert Caney

Associated Names
Robert Caney

Artist, British, 1847 - 1911

The image features an intricate assembly of geometric shapes framed by ornate lines and decorative motifs. It has an abstract quality with layered paint textures and dynamic forms that resemble arches or windows. The composition captures elements reminiscent of fans, vases, and stylized figures in a dance-like posture. Vibrant colors and interspersed patterns suggest a patchwork of luxurious fabrics and objects that echo exquisite interior decor elements.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and gouache, graphite, black ink, and metallic gold paint with collage of colored velvets and watercolored paper cutouts on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Joseph F. McCrindle Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 24.5 x 14.6 cm (9 5/8 x 5 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2009.70.74

  • Series Title

    Set Designs for Drury Lane Theatre

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

probably Miss Dinah Caney (sale, Sotheby's, London, 29 June 1973, part of lot 299); (bought by Christopher Powney); Finchden Manor, Tenterden, Kent; Joseph F. McCrindle [1923-2008], New York, 1977; Joseph F. McCrindle Foundation, 2008; gift to NGA, 2009.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

2012

  • The McCrindle Gift: A Distinguished Collection of Drawings and Watercolors. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 2012, 130, 132, no. 55 (entry by Julie Blake Shook).

Wikidata ID

Q64628859

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