View of the Governor's House in St. Helena

1794

Thomas Daniell

Associated Names
Thomas Daniell

Artist, British, 1749 - 1840

This image shows a hilly landscape with figures on horseback and on foot in the foreground. A building complex is located in the middle ground among rolling hills. The background consists of more hills creating a layered effect, leading to a high horizon and expansive sky. The painting features soft brushstrokes and a palette of sepia tones, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gray wash over graphite on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Paul Mellon Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.3 x 51.5 cm (13 7/8 x 20 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1986.72.4

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

in unknown hand, lower center verso in graphite: MrWrangham & Leach near [undeciphered] / St. Helena / Juin 1794

Wikidata ID

Q64633194

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