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Shepperson, Matthew, 1785–1874

Sketchbook.

1818

  • Creator

    Shepperson, Matthew, 1785–1874

  • Title(s)

    Sketchbook.

  • Published/Created

    England, 1818.

  • Physical Description

    1 volume (approximately 75 drawings) : graphite and watercolor on wove paper ; 19 x 12 cm

  • Holdings

    Rare Books and Manuscripts
    ND1942 .S54 1818
    Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Fund
    Accessible in the Study Room [Request]

  • Copyright Status

    Copyright Not Evaluated

  • Classification

    Drawings & Watercolors

  • Notes

    Title devised by cataloger.
    The back pastedown features an inscription in graphite that reads "M. Shepperson 1818." The front pastedown also features additional inscriptions in red crayon.
    Subject matter includes rural scenery, landscapes, buildings, and portraits, all generally unidentified. The drawings are primarily in graphite. The volume also includes eight detailed watercolors and several unfinished sketches. There are a small number of textual annotations of varied content.
  • Subject Terms

    Great Britain -- Pictorial works.

  • Form/Genre

    Drawings (visual works) | Sketchbooks. | Watercolor (paintings)

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