Artwork
Views of Warwick Castle: Warwick Castle from the Lodge Hill
Views of Warwick Castle: Warwick Castle from the Lodge Hill is a print by the Romanticist artist Paul Sandby. It dates from 1776 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1987.88
- Credit line
- John L. Severance Fund
About this work
Overview
'Views of Warwick Castle: Warwick Castle from the Lodge Hill' is a print created by Paul Sandby in 1776. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Warwick Castle from an elevated viewpoint, showcasing the structure within its surrounding landscape. The scene includes trees, fields with cows and people, and a cloudy sky, emphasizing the castle's relationship with its natural environment.
Technique & Style
Sandby's work is characterized by attention to topographical detail, using varying shades of color to achieve a realistic representation. The print highlights the castle's architectural features while conveying a sense of peacefulness in the surrounding landscape.
History & Provenance
Paul Sandby, a founding member of the Royal Academy and skilled mapmaker and painter, created this print as part of his landscape-focused practice, which often featured topographical scenes.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Sandby, (1731 – 7 November 1809) was an English mapmaker and painter who specialised in landscape art. Along with his older brother Thomas Sandby, he was one of the founding members of the Royal Academy in 1768.
