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Untitled, by James, Sir Thornhill, 1750

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Overview

Untitled is a 1750 by James, Sir Thornhill, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
James, Sir Thornhill
When & what style?
1750
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This drawing depicts a miter, a type of headdress, and a cup. The miter is adorned with intricate designs and patterns, including a cross at the top. It has two long, curved strips hanging from the bottom. The cup is placed below the miter and features a wide bowl and a narrow stem. The background of the drawing is a light beige color. The drawing appears to be a detailed study of the miter and cup, with careful attention paid to their shapes and designs. The use of shading and texture adds depth and dimension to the drawing. The level of detail and precision in this drawing suggests that it may have been created by an artist who was skilled in drawing and design. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, you can explore the works of Thornhill, James, Sir.

The story of this work

Overview

A drawing by James Thornhill depicts a sketch of the silver mitre belonging to Bishop Matthew Wren of Ely and the Anathema Cup, both items part of Pembroke College's plate collection in Cambridge.

Read the full account in the museum source.

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