Artwork
Studies of vases
Studies of vases is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 12 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This drawing comprises three detailed studies of vases, annotated with the artist's shorthand to indicate their association with 'Mr Sturgis'.
Subject & Meaning
The vases are rendered with precision, suggesting they were drawn from life. The annotation implies a connection to a specific individual or collection, possibly serving as a record or study.
Technique & Style
The careful rendering of the vases demonstrates the artist's attention to detail and observational skill, characteristic of a study or preparatory work.
Artist & collection
Artist
George Chinnery (Chinese: 錢納利; 5 January 1774 – 30 May 1852) was an English painter who spent most of his life in Asia, especially India and southern China.
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Sheet of Studies [recto and verso]
Design for a Chalice (recto)
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