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Thomas Rowlandson (London 1756-1827)
Lot 111

Thomas Rowlandson (London 1756-1827)

Watching the coast

Fermé3 July 2018

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Thomas Rowlandson (London 1756-1827)
Watching the coast
with inscription 'original drawing by Rowlandson' (lower right)
pencil, pen and grey ink and watercolour
10 5/8 x 17 ¼ in. (27 x 43.8 cm.)

Rev. Canon J.J. Shirley; Sotheby's, London, 24 February 1960, lot 20 (£380 to S. & R. Rosenberg).

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Soldiers situated on the shore keep watch for an approaching enemy. The atmosphere is at odds with the possibility of an impending invasion as the majority of the soldiers are relaxing and enjoying playing games, music, conversing, sleeping, and engaging with female company.