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Watercolour in album of 51 drawings and watercolours by James Duffield Harding

Watercolour in album of 51 drawings and watercolours by James Duffield Harding is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist James Duffield Harding. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

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Overview

This watercolour is one of 51 drawings and watercolours by James Duffield Harding compiled in an album. The album showcases the artist's skill and provides insight into his teaching methods.

Subject & Meaning

The watercolour depicts a landscape scene, likely chosen to illustrate a specific artistic concept or technique relevant to Harding's teaching practice.

History & Provenance

The album was probably assembled by Harding as a teaching aid for his students, offering a unique glimpse into his instructional methods and artistic practice.

Context

Harding was a prominent drawing master and published several influential drawing manuals, including 'Lessons on Trees' (1852), which may be related to some of the drawings in the album.

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Artist

James Duffield Harding

James Duffield Harding (1798 – 4 December 1863) was a British landscape painter, lithographer and author of drawing manuals. His use of tinted papers and opaque paints in watercolour proved influential.