Who painted Two sketches of a stag, and (on the reverse) a harpsichord?

Two sketches of a stag, and (on the reverse) a harpsichord was painted by George Chinnery in 10.

Where can I see Two sketches of a stag, and (on the reverse) a harpsichord?

Two sketches of a stag, and (on the reverse) a harpsichord is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Two sketches of a stag, and (on the reverse) a harpsichord?

Two sketches of a stag, and (on the reverse) a harpsichord is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Two sketches of a stag, and (on the reverse) a harpsichord

George Chinnery , 10

Two sketches of a stag, and (on the reverse) a harpsichord is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 10 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This drawing by George Chinnery features two sketches of a stag on one side and a harpsichord on the reverse. The sketches are executed quickly, with one being more detailed than the other.

Subject & Meaning

The recto depicts a stag lying on the ground, while the verso shows a harpsichord identified as being 'at Mrs Leighton's', likely referring to Sarah Layton, who married into the Layton family in Macau in 1837.

Technique & Style

The rapid execution of the sketches is characteristic of Chinnery's style, which is associated with the Romantic movement, known for its emphasis on spontaneity and expressive freedom.

Context

The drawing of the harpsichord corresponds to an oil portrait by Chinnery of a woman seated at a harpsichord, now in the HSBC collection, suggesting a connection between the two works.

Artist & collection

Artist

George Chinnery

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.