Mountain Scene with Rocks

first half 19th century

Follower of John Sell Cotman

Associated Names
Anonymous Artist

Artist

John Sell Cotman

Related Artist, British, 1782 - 1842

The image depicts a landscape with mountains and rocky formations. The view is slightly elevated, showing the scene from a nearby vantage point. The horizon is hidden by the mountains. Loose brushstrokes in blue and gray tones create depth and mist. Close-up rocks have darker strokes, leading to distant peaks blending into the sky. The color palette is muted with blues and grays. The overall mood is somber and tranquil. The technique gives a dreamlike quality to the landscape.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and black ink with gray wash and white heightening on paper washed blue

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 15.5 x 24.8 cm (6 1/8 x 9 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1951.16.193

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

James Bulwer (1794-1879), Norwich, England; by descent through the Bulwer family to Henry Bulwer (born 1854), Vancouver, Canada; Zeitlin & Ver Brugge Booksellers, Los Angeles; Lessing J. Rosenwald; gift to NGA, 1951.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64562101

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