Artwork
A Raffle Leaf
A Raffle Leaf is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Henry Copland. It dates from 1760 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
A Raffle Leaf is a drawing by an unknown artist, likely an apprentice, after a design by Henry Copland.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a single acanthus-type leaf with a curling stem and feathery edges, rendered in precise black ink lines on a yellowish background. The leaf's dynamic form is emphasized by the artist's attention to detail, including tiny veins and a small bud.
Technique & Style
The artist employed fine, layered lines to convey the leaf's texture, eschewing shading in favor of crisp ink work. This style was typical for decorative designs during the 18th century.
History & Provenance
The drawing is a copy after one of Copland's printed designs, which were reissued around 1768. The original print likely served as a model for the artist, who demonstrated competence in rendering the intricate leaf form.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Henry Copland left only one dated drawing, A Raffle Leaf from around 1760, and that single sheet is all we have to understand what he made.
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