Artwork

watercolour from the Ionides Album

watercolour from the Ionides Album, by Unknown, 1850
watercolour from the Ionides Album, by Unknown, 1850

watercolour from the Ionides Album is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This watercolour drawing is part of the Ionides Album, a collection of prints and drawings bound in maroon leather with gold-tooled decoration.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts Durham Cathedral from across a river, with a stone bridge, trees, and a lone figure, evoking a serene countryside atmosphere.

Technique & Style

The artist's loose and rapid brushwork suggests a focus on capturing light and movement, giving the work a sketch-like quality.

History & Provenance

The Ionides Album, containing this drawing, is dated to the 18th or early 19th century and has been inventoried and foliated for cataloging.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known