A North-East View from Sandham Cottage, Isle of Wight

Harriet Wilkes

Associated Names
Harriet Wilkes

Artist, British, active 19th century

The image shows a north-east view with rolling hills extending into the distance. The horizon line is in the upper section of the image, meeting a cliff with a visible face toward the sea. The artwork displays meticulous brushstrokes or etching, detailing textures in the clouds and landscape. A woman is depicted standing on a terrace looking out over the landscape, with a dog nearby. To the left, a building with columns and a detailed door is visible. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of brown and sepia. In the distance, patchwork fields, trees, and a coastal view are depicted.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 26.5 × 31.5 cm (10 7/16 × 12 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.1518


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q74032116