Ladies and Gentlemen in a Country Park

Paul Sandby

Associated Names
Paul Sandby

Artist, British, 1731 - 1809

This is a drawing of a group of people in a park-like setting engaged in leisure activities. The drawing captures several figures adorned in clothing indicative of the 18th century. On the left side, a cluster of individuals stand together; one figure holds a parasol. Adjacent to them sits a dog. On the right side, some individuals are seated or standing. The background includes sketching of clouds and vegetation, reinforcing the outdoor setting. The drawing's soft lines and minimal detail suggest a focus on human interaction and social camaraderie in a relaxed outdoor environment.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and black ink and graphite on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    overall: 8.7 x 17.5 cm (3 7/16 x 6 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1989.37.2


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1989

  • Agnew's, 116TH EXHIBITION OF WATERCOLOURS AND DRAWINGS, London: 2/20/89-3/17/89, no.31.

Inscriptions

by later hand, lower right verso in graphite: 27

Wikidata ID

Q64619124

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