Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by dorothea knighton, 1850
Untitled, by dorothea knighton, 1850

Untitled is a print by dorothea knighton. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This untitled landscape print is the work of Dorothea Knighton, an English artist active in the early 19th century. Created using lithography, a technique involving drawing on limestone blocks, the print reflects Knighton's engagement with a medium that was gaining popularity during this period.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a landscape scene, characteristic of the artistic interests of its time. Knighton's choice of subject matter aligns with the broader trends in early 19th-century art, where landscape was a prominent theme.

Technique & Style

Knighton employed lithography to create this print, a technique that allowed for detailed and nuanced representations. Her work demonstrates an understanding of the medium's capabilities, likely influenced by her association with the painter James Northcote.

History & Provenance

Born Dorothea Hawker in 1780, Knighton was part of a large artistic family in Plymouth, England. She pursued lithography as an amateur, encouraged by Northcote, and her prints were not intended for sale, a departure from common practice among artists of her time.

Artist & collection