Joseph Mallord William Turner

?Shipping

c.1822–3

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Artist: Joseph Mallord William Turner 1775–1851
Part of: Ports of England Sketchbook
Medium: Watercolour on paper
Dimensions: Support: 178 x 257 mm
Collection: Tate
Acquisition: Accepted by the nation as part of the Turner Bequest 1856
Reference: D17740
Turner Bequest CCII 21

Catalogue entry

This rough sketch appears to depict, at least in part, local shipping. The summary outline of a brig can be seen at the extreme right; the frontal profile of its bow and sails are represented. The remainder of the drawing is almost indecipherable, perhaps representing other details of shipping or buildings. The palette is striking; comprised of grey, pale maroon and brilliant red applied with swift and vigorous handling.

Technical notes:

There is some offsetting of red pigment onto the folio opposite.

Verso:

Blank

Alice Rylance-Watson
March 2013

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