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  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Grecian Daughter. -- The filial affection of the Grecian Daughter has been a constant theme of admiration, and the subject was happily adapted for pathetic relation and scenic effect. Caravaggio could not possibly omit a subject so decidedly suited to his abilities; and he has accordingly given it with his wonderful power of pencil and grandeur of effect; and, indeed, added considerable interest to the story, by the very eager and expressive gestures of the half-famished Father and his pious Daughter (M.A. Caravaggio)|The Grecian Daughter. -- The filial affection of the Grecian Daughter has been a constant theme of admiration, and the subject was happily adapted for pathetic relation and scenic effect. Caravaggio could not possibly omit a subject so decidedly suited to his abilities; and he has accordingly given it with his wonderful power of pencil and grandeur of effect; and, indeed, added considerable interest to the story, by the very eager and expressive gestures of the half-famished Father and his pious Daughter]] réalisée par M.A. Caravaggio, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Edwards au prix de 11.0 £. [4]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Landscape and Figures. -- The Sun, breaking through the Clouds, illumines a grand and mountainous Landscape; the Virgin and Child are in reposo, and Joseph, with the Ass, near them. Some dilapidated Figures, and a broken Pyramid, indicate that it is their place of refuge in Egypt (A. Caracci)|Landscape and Figures. -- The Sun, breaking through the Clouds, illumines a grand and mountainous Landscape; the Virgin and Child are in reposo, and Joseph, with the Ass, near them. Some dilapidated Figures, and a broken Pyramid, indicate that it is their place of refuge in Egypt]] réalisée par A. Caracci, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Edwards au prix de 8.0 £. [5]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Noah's Sacrifice. -- The Sons and Daughters of Noah appear before the sacrificial Altar, in grateful acknowledgement of their providential preservation. The Ark is seen resting on the Mount, and the Rainbow, -- assurance of future security, -- is just indicated in the Heavens. The Figures are light and elegant, the Landscape forcible, and the Animals, considering the time of scene, introduced with propriety. -- From Lord Londonderry's Collection (Sebastian Bourdon)|Noah's Sacrifice. -- The Sons and Daughters of Noah appear before the sacrificial Altar, in grateful acknowledgement of their providential preservation. The Ark is seen resting on the Mount, and the Rainbow, -- assurance of future security, -- is just indicated in the Heavens. The Figures are light and elegant, the Landscape forcible, and the Animals, considering the time of scene, introduced with propriety. -- From Lord Londonderry's Collection]] réalisée par Sebastian Bourdon, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Carpenter au prix de 26.5 £. [8]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Saint John in the Wilderness. -- This Picture exhibits the great excellencies of the Master's manner. Dissatisfied with the light and airy styles of his contemporaries, he formed a mode of forcible expression by the opposition of broad Lights and deep Shadows, that give amazing force and energy to all his Compositions. From the manner which he adopted, it was necessary that he should select subjects of commensurate grandeur and sublimity: hence we find that his Pictures contain but few Figures, and those in situations that admit of all his daring. The present instance is most happy. He who was "The Voice of One crying in the Wilderness, make straight the path of the Lord," must be always considered as a sublime subject; and the force and energy with which Guercino has here depicted the "Messenger," proves he had the fullest conception of what it required (Guercino)|Saint John in the Wilderness. -- This Picture exhibits the great excellencies of the Master's manner. Dissatisfied with the light and airy styles of his contemporaries, he formed a mode of forcible expression by the opposition of broad Lights and deep Shadows, that give amazing force and energy to all his Compositions. From the manner which he adopted, it was necessary that he should select subjects of commensurate grandeur and sublimity: hence we find that his Pictures contain but few Figures, and those in situations that admit of all his daring. The present instance is most happy. He who was "The Voice of One crying in the Wilderness, make straight the path of the Lord," must be always considered as a sublime subject; and the force and energy with which Guercino has here depicted the "Messenger," proves he had the fullest conception of what it required]] réalisée par Guercino, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Carpenter au prix de 27.6 £. [9]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Young Peasants. -- The Subject in which this Artist delighted, is here represented with his usual felicity. Spanish Peasants, surrounded with the luscious matured Fruits of the country, supplied him with abundance for the Picturesque; and a noble Architectural Back-ground, or Landscape, gave a beauty to, and enhanced the value of, his performance. His delineations are true to Nature, and faithful in Costume: hence they are highly esteemed throughout Europe, and obtain a place in the best Collections (Murillo)|Young Peasants. -- The Subject in which this Artist delighted, is here represented with his usual felicity. Spanish Peasants, surrounded with the luscious matured Fruits of the country, supplied him with abundance for the Picturesque; and a noble Architectural Back-ground, or Landscape, gave a beauty to, and enhanced the value of, his performance. His delineations are true to Nature, and faithful in Costume: hence they are highly esteemed throughout Europe, and obtain a place in the best Collections]] réalisée par Murillo, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Hill au prix de 53.11 £. [10]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Madona, with the Infant seated in her lap, attended by Saint John and Angels. -- St. John is presenting a Bird to the Saviour; an Angel is holding a Cross of reeds; another suspending a verdant Chaplet over the Madonna; and a third, presenting a salver of Fruit. The Saviour, with a gratified countenance, is taking the Bird from St. John. Every part of this Picture is expressive of this great Master's mind and powers. There is no extravagance of expression in any part to give a preternatural character; but every thing is kept within the bounds of Nature, in maternal grace and beauty, and Infancy's chaste and sober felicity. The Angel, indeed, that is holding the salver of Fruit, evidently displays a reverential respect to the Virgin; and the deportment of St. John conveys a sense, that he is making his offering to the future Saviour of mankind. The rich tones of this Picture, and chasteness of the drapery, add a great beauty and splendour to the Performance (Julio Romano)|The Madona, with the Infant seated in her lap, attended by Saint John and Angels. -- St. John is presenting a Bird to the Saviour; an Angel is holding a Cross of reeds; another suspending a verdant Chaplet over the Madonna; and a third, presenting a salver of Fruit. The Saviour, with a gratified countenance, is taking the Bird from St. John. Every part of this Picture is expressive of this great Master's mind and powers. There is no extravagance of expression in any part to give a preternatural character; but every thing is kept within the bounds of Nature, in maternal grace and beauty, and Infancy's chaste and sober felicity. The Angel, indeed, that is holding the salver of Fruit, evidently displays a reverential respect to the Virgin; and the deportment of St. John conveys a sense, that he is making his offering to the future Saviour of mankind. The rich tones of this Picture, and chasteness of the drapery, add a great beauty and splendour to the Performance]] réalisée par Julio Romano, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Richmond au prix de 32.11 £. [11]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Christ Bearing his Cross. -- The spendour of Colouring, and the bold and daring Chiaro-scuro of the Bassanos, are here given with full energy. -- The Characters have great truth and propriety; and the Draperies are cast with an uncommon degree of elegance. It may be considered a fine Specimen of the Master's abilities, embracing his chief excellencies (Giacomo Bassano)|Christ Bearing his Cross. -- The spendour of Colouring, and the bold and daring Chiaro-scuro of the Bassanos, are here given with full energy. -- The Characters have great truth and propriety; and the Draperies are cast with an uncommon degree of elegance. It may be considered a fine Specimen of the Master's abilities, embracing his chief excellencies]] réalisée par Giacomo Bassano, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Simpson au prix de 26.5 £. [12]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Philospher in his Study. -- If the laborious attention which celebrated Artists pay to the accurate finishing of Subjects such as these, were alone to be taken into consideration, no estimation, however high, could compensate their industry: -- but when that careful application produces effects so magical and overpowering, and gives to minuteness the force of grand and magnificent objects, the value is considerably enhanced. The Philosopher's attention drawn from his Study, has given an opportunity to the Painter to throw a bold light across the Apartment, that shows all the parts to advantage. -- The Carpet, Books, Globe, Flowers, and Chandelier, are all depicted with truth, brilliancy, and accuracy (Van Heckell)|A Philospher in his Study. -- If the laborious attention which celebrated Artists pay to the accurate finishing of Subjects such as these, were alone to be taken into consideration, no estimation, however high, could compensate their industry: -- but when that careful application produces effects so magical and overpowering, and gives to minuteness the force of grand and magnificent objects, the value is considerably enhanced. The Philosopher's attention drawn from his Study, has given an opportunity to the Painter to throw a bold light across the Apartment, that shows all the parts to advantage. -- The Carpet, Books, Globe, Flowers, and Chandelier, are all depicted with truth, brilliancy, and accuracy]] réalisée par Van Heckell, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Battell au prix de 45.3 £. [13]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Virgin, Saviour, and Saints. -- The Virgin, seated in an elevated Chair, supports the Saviour on her right knee, who is holding out his little hands, expressive of the satisfaction he receives. The piety of the Infant St. John, who is kneeling with his hands clasped together in respectful act of devotion. Two Saints at the base of the Pedestal, supporting the Chair; one holding a Book open, the other with a closed Volume and a Knife in his hand, expressive of martyrdom. Two Angels in the Clouds are looking down on the Scene. This Picture has all the merit of the master in a superior degree, with the style of composition and delicacy of Murillio (Guercino)|The Virgin, Saviour, and Saints. -- The Virgin, seated in an elevated Chair, supports the Saviour on her right knee, who is holding out his little hands, expressive of the satisfaction he receives. The piety of the Infant St. John, who is kneeling with his hands clasped together in respectful act of devotion. Two Saints at the base of the Pedestal, supporting the Chair; one holding a Book open, the other with a closed Volume and a Knife in his hand, expressive of martyrdom. Two Angels in the Clouds are looking down on the Scene. This Picture has all the merit of the master in a superior degree, with the style of composition and delicacy of Murillio]] réalisée par Guercino, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Woodburn au prix de 50.8 £. [14]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Death of St. Stephen. -- Few Painters have excelled Filippo Lauri in the correctness and elegance of his forms: and though he is inferior to some in grandeur and sublimity, yet he sufficiently compensates, by his grace and amenity, for any other deficiency. The Protomartyr, fully assured of his glorious recompense, is sinking with calmness under the malice of his bigoted Persecutors; a Choir of Angels, two of which hold a Chaplet, are looking down on the murderous scene; in the distance, Saul, holding the Clothes of them who stoned the Saint, is seated, with others, beholding the sight: a View of the City, with a few Trees and a cerulean Sky, give a finished elegance to the whole. It is worthy of the hand of the Master (Filippo Lauri)|The Death of St. Stephen. -- Few Painters have excelled Filippo Lauri in the correctness and elegance of his forms: and though he is inferior to some in grandeur and sublimity, yet he sufficiently compensates, by his grace and amenity, for any other deficiency. The Protomartyr, fully assured of his glorious recompense, is sinking with calmness under the malice of his bigoted Persecutors; a Choir of Angels, two of which hold a Chaplet, are looking down on the murderous scene; in the distance, Saul, holding the Clothes of them who stoned the Saint, is seated, with others, beholding the sight: a View of the City, with a few Trees and a cerulean Sky, give a finished elegance to the whole. It is worthy of the hand of the Master]] réalisée par Filippo Lauri, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Battell au prix de 33.12 £. [15]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Death of Sophonisba. -- The Heroine of the Piece appears seated in a Chair, holding the fatal Letter from her Husband, and pointing to the Shell from which she has just imbibed the poisonous draught. An aged Attendant, full of grief and consternation, is supporting the dying Victim of connubial affection, while a young and lovely Female is weeping at the sad catastrophe. -- The tenderness diffused by Domenichino over subjects of affliction, is given with so much delicacy and nature, that few can behold his Works without feeling deeply interested. The general air of his Heads partakes of the simple dignity of Raphael; and the splendour and arrangements of his Draperies vie with the Caracci. In subordinate circumstances he is particularly happy; and his Pictures receive additional value from the Scenery with which they are embellished: -- the fluted Columns, the Antique Table, the Shell, and other appendages, are all beauties which would command attention, if it were not so much engrossed by the soul-absorbing Catastrophe (Domenichino)|The Death of Sophonisba. -- The Heroine of the Piece appears seated in a Chair, holding the fatal Letter from her Husband, and pointing to the Shell from which she has just imbibed the poisonous draught. An aged Attendant, full of grief and consternation, is supporting the dying Victim of connubial affection, while a young and lovely Female is weeping at the sad catastrophe. -- The tenderness diffused by Domenichino over subjects of affliction, is given with so much delicacy and nature, that few can behold his Works without feeling deeply interested. The general air of his Heads partakes of the simple dignity of Raphael; and the splendour and arrangements of his Draperies vie with the Caracci. In subordinate circumstances he is particularly happy; and his Pictures receive additional value from the Scenery with which they are embellished: -- the fluted Columns, the Antique Table, the Shell, and other appendages, are all beauties which would command attention, if it were not so much engrossed by the soul-absorbing Catastrophe]] réalisée par Domenichino, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Smith au prix de 47.5 £. [16]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Portrait of his Mother, plucking a Fowl. -- This Picture is a proof of the excellence of Rembrandt in high finishing. It exhibits that mastery of hand which could produce delicacy of appearance and beauty of complexion, without exhibiting labour. Confident of his powers, he disdains meretricious assistance, and is satisfied to produce grand striking effects by the simplest methods. The attitude and action of the Woman is natural and unconstrained; the Figure of the Fowl feathery and soft: and the Picture is illumined with his usual suffusion of light (Rembrandt)|The Portrait of his Mother, plucking a Fowl. -- This Picture is a proof of the excellence of Rembrandt in high finishing. It exhibits that mastery of hand which could produce delicacy of appearance and beauty of complexion, without exhibiting labour. Confident of his powers, he disdains meretricious assistance, and is satisfied to produce grand striking effects by the simplest methods. The attitude and action of the Woman is natural and unconstrained; the Figure of the Fowl feathery and soft: and the Picture is illumined with his usual suffusion of light]] réalisée par Rembrandt, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 95.11 £. [17]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Holy Family. -- The Virgin, Saviour, and Joseph, appear seated in a Boat, which is put into motion by an athletic Boatman; a Choir of Angels are hovering round them, and one is standing at the Virgin's knees. The whole are grouped with the skill of the Caracci; the Draperies are in their style of elegant grandeur, the Figures beautiful, and the Composition, in every respect, worthy of the master to whom it is ascribed (Giordano)|Holy Family. -- The Virgin, Saviour, and Joseph, appear seated in a Boat, which is put into motion by an athletic Boatman; a Choir of Angels are hovering round them, and one is standing at the Virgin's knees. The whole are grouped with the skill of the Caracci; the Draperies are in their style of elegant grandeur, the Figures beautiful, and the Composition, in every respect, worthy of the master to whom it is ascribed]] réalisée par Giordano, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Edwards au prix de 35.14 £. [18]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Fête Champêtre. -- A Lady, richly habited in a Robe of blue Silk, which, drawn up, shows a Petticoat of white Satin, is coquetishly turning away from a Cavalier, who is sprinkling her with Water from a Fountain; a Dog and a black Servant are near them. In the middle are assembled a Party at Table: the Garden is enriched with Figures and Architecture; and the whole is finished with great neatness and beauty (F. Mieris)|A Fête Champêtre. -- A Lady, richly habited in a Robe of blue Silk, which, drawn up, shows a Petticoat of white Satin, is coquetishly turning away from a Cavalier, who is sprinkling her with Water from a Fountain; a Dog and a black Servant are near them. In the middle are assembled a Party at Table: the Garden is enriched with Figures and Architecture; and the whole is finished with great neatness and beauty]] réalisée par F. Mieris, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Richmond au prix de 38.17 £. [20]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Game of Bowls. -- The merit of Ostade is so universally acknowledged, that any comment on his Production is superfluous. A perfect Master of the principles of Chiaro-scuro, and accurate in his perspective distributions, he exhibits in the liveliest manner those Scenes of boorish indulgence, so prevalent in his country. The Figures have great vivacity, and the Landscape is true to Nature (Adrian Ostade)|A Game of Bowls. -- The merit of Ostade is so universally acknowledged, that any comment on his Production is superfluous. A perfect Master of the principles of Chiaro-scuro, and accurate in his perspective distributions, he exhibits in the liveliest manner those Scenes of boorish indulgence, so prevalent in his country. The Figures have great vivacity, and the Landscape is true to Nature]] réalisée par Adrian Ostade, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 92.8 £. [21]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Woman taken in Adultery. -- This estimable Master followed the style of his great Teacher, Rembrandt; and his Pictures exhibit much of the charm of colour, composition, light, and order, of that wonderful Artist. This present instance is a happy example of his powers. The meek and compassionate Saviour appears in a Public Court, and the Woman, brought before him by her Accusers, is kneeling in a supplicating posture; and a number of the Scribes and Pharisees are standing round, awaiting the decision: one, of apparently considerable rank, is habited in a Crimson Robe and Bonnet. The fine effect of Chiaro-scuro was never surpassed. The principal Figures are brought forward in a forcible, and, indeed, astonishing manner; and the subordinate Characters subdued to a just depression of tone, that gives additional energy and effect to the whole design (Ferdinand Bol)|The Woman taken in Adultery. -- This estimable Master followed the style of his great Teacher, Rembrandt; and his Pictures exhibit much of the charm of colour, composition, light, and order, of that wonderful Artist. This present instance is a happy example of his powers. The meek and compassionate Saviour appears in a Public Court, and the Woman, brought before him by her Accusers, is kneeling in a supplicating posture; and a number of the Scribes and Pharisees are standing round, awaiting the decision: one, of apparently considerable rank, is habited in a Crimson Robe and Bonnet. The fine effect of Chiaro-scuro was never surpassed. The principal Figures are brought forward in a forcible, and, indeed, astonishing manner; and the subordinate Characters subdued to a just depression of tone, that gives additional energy and effect to the whole design]] réalisée par Ferdinand Bol, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Smart au prix de 65.2 £. [22]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Portrait of Charles the Fifth. -- It is well known that this Monarch would not allow his Portrait to be taken by any Artist but Titian; and the style in which he performed the task justified the predilection. Another might have supposed the appendages of royalty necessary for the designation of his dignity and rank; but Titian knew that dignity was better expressed in the look and attitude of the Man, and that an unconstrained and natural position better accorded with the idea of Majesty. Simply habited, the Conqueror of Europe appears conscious of his superiority; and, resting one hand on his Sword, and the other on a Helmet placed on the shaft of a marble Column, whose Capital lies at his feet, exhibits his comprehensiveness of genius, stability of empire, and his Competitor's submission. The style and arrangement are worthy of the hand that bestowed them; and the Portrait, while it inspires respect for the Monarch, creates reverence for the Artist (Titiano)|Portrait of Charles the Fifth. -- It is well known that this Monarch would not allow his Portrait to be taken by any Artist but Titian; and the style in which he performed the task justified the predilection. Another might have supposed the appendages of royalty necessary for the designation of his dignity and rank; but Titian knew that dignity was better expressed in the look and attitude of the Man, and that an unconstrained and natural position better accorded with the idea of Majesty. Simply habited, the Conqueror of Europe appears conscious of his superiority; and, resting one hand on his Sword, and the other on a Helmet placed on the shaft of a marble Column, whose Capital lies at his feet, exhibits his comprehensiveness of genius, stability of empire, and his Competitor's submission. The style and arrangement are worthy of the hand that bestowed them; and the Portrait, while it inspires respect for the Monarch, creates reverence for the Artist]] réalisée par Titiano, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Harris au prix de 231.0 £. [23]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Dutch Boors regaling. -- A rich specimen of his abilities, grouped with uncommon skill, and enlivened with a breadth of Light, introduced with great felicity from the Window of the Apartment. The utensils display his usual dexterity of pencil, and give an increased interest to the Performance by their truth of representation (David Teniers)|Dutch Boors regaling. -- A rich specimen of his abilities, grouped with uncommon skill, and enlivened with a breadth of Light, introduced with great felicity from the Window of the Apartment. The utensils display his usual dexterity of pencil, and give an increased interest to the Performance by their truth of representation]] réalisée par David Teniers, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Norton au prix de 68.5 £. [24]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Holy Family and Angels. -- The Virgin, Child, and Joseph, are in reposo, and two Angels appear above them administering Fruit: painted with great elegance, in a noble style; the Draperies given with truth and simplicity; and the grouping exhibits the skill of this celebrated Artist. -- From the Corsini Palace (Annibal Caracci)|Holy Family and Angels. -- The Virgin, Child, and Joseph, are in reposo, and two Angels appear above them administering Fruit: painted with great elegance, in a noble style; the Draperies given with truth and simplicity; and the grouping exhibits the skill of this celebrated Artist. -- From the Corsini Palace]] réalisée par Annibal Caracci, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Lord Mulgrave au prix de 48.6 £. [25]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Landscape, with Moon rising. -- The high reputation of Vander Neer, for Nocturnal Representations, is constantly increasing. The Moon, "rising in clouded majesty," is with him a favourite feature, as well as a necessary auxiliary, to display his minute observance of Nature's appearance in her solemn hour of rest. The truth, freedom, and transparent effects of this Master's Performances, have deservedly stamped a value upon them; and they are accordingly sought for with great avidity, by those who know how to distinguish excellence in all her varieties (Vander Neer)|Landscape, with Moon rising. -- The high reputation of Vander Neer, for Nocturnal Representations, is constantly increasing. The Moon, "rising in clouded majesty," is with him a favourite feature, as well as a necessary auxiliary, to display his minute observance of Nature's appearance in her solemn hour of rest. The truth, freedom, and transparent effects of this Master's Performances, have deservedly stamped a value upon them; and they are accordingly sought for with great avidity, by those who know how to distinguish excellence in all her varieties]] réalisée par Vander Neer, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Norton au prix de 25.14 £. [26]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Landscape, with Figures. -- The brilliant effect of Sunshine diffused by this Master over the Landscape, and through the thick foliage of the Forest, gives a beautiful lustre to the Composition, that fascinates the attention. -- To the observers of Nature, nothing can be more gratifying for its truth, than this exhibition of Morning, with the Sun gleaming over the blue Mountains, and spreading his translucent rays on every object: -- the opening Brake, the abrupt Dell, the time-destroyed and fallen Trees, the Animals, Figures, Leafings, and Grounds, are all depicted with the hand of a Master, and unite in the most perfect and pleasing harmony (Pynaker)|Landscape, with Figures. -- The brilliant effect of Sunshine diffused by this Master over the Landscape, and through the thick foliage of the Forest, gives a beautiful lustre to the Composition, that fascinates the attention. -- To the observers of Nature, nothing can be more gratifying for its truth, than this exhibition of Morning, with the Sun gleaming over the blue Mountains, and spreading his translucent rays on every object: -- the opening Brake, the abrupt Dell, the time-destroyed and fallen Trees, the Animals, Figures, Leafings, and Grounds, are all depicted with the hand of a Master, and unite in the most perfect and pleasing harmony]] réalisée par Pynaker, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Hill au prix de 75.12 £. [27]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Nativity. -- The boldness of Design, and the richness of Colour, exhibited in the Works of Jordaens, is said to have awakened the jealousy of Rubens: but such an assertion might originate in the observance of the similarity existing between their Productions: Rubens was too high in Art to fear the power of his Contemporary. It is, however, likely that Jordaens, conscious of his own powers, would emulate the style and grandeur of that Master, and this Specimen assures us, that, of all others, he was the likeliest to succeed. A bold and original conception, a daring ordonnance, a forcible style of colouring, and a brilliancy of effect, are conspicuous in the Composition. The splendour thrown around the Scene is worthy of the circumstance it enlightens; and the characteristic representations are such as place Jordaens by the side of his Master (Jordaens)|The Nativity. -- The boldness of Design, and the richness of Colour, exhibited in the Works of Jordaens, is said to have awakened the jealousy of Rubens: but such an assertion might originate in the observance of the similarity existing between their Productions: Rubens was too high in Art to fear the power of his Contemporary. It is, however, likely that Jordaens, conscious of his own powers, would emulate the style and grandeur of that Master, and this Specimen assures us, that, of all others, he was the likeliest to succeed. A bold and original conception, a daring ordonnance, a forcible style of colouring, and a brilliancy of effect, are conspicuous in the Composition. The splendour thrown around the Scene is worthy of the circumstance it enlightens; and the characteristic representations are such as place Jordaens by the side of his Master]] réalisée par Jordaens, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 94.10 £. [28]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Landscape and Figures. -- The glowing effect of a setting Summer Sun, is given with all the warmth and splendour of this much admired Artist's pencil. The whole Landscape is illumined with the fervid rays, and the air sultry to excess. A cool Stream, running through the centre of the Subject, refreshes the eye; and on the Bridge is a Herdsman following Cattle; a stately Tree, some Cottages, and Figures in a Boat, fishing, complete the foreground. -- The City of Dort is seen in the distance. The splendid display of Colour in this Picture, is truly captivating; and the decisive touches of Cuyp's pencil have seldom been exerted with more felicity. The Cattle and Figures have his usual correctness and beauty; and the nice gradations from the fierce rays of the Sun to the cool appearance of the sheltered Bank, are given with the truest harmony. -- It is a perfect Chef-d'oeuvre (Albert Cuyp)|Landscape and Figures. -- The glowing effect of a setting Summer Sun, is given with all the warmth and splendour of this much admired Artist's pencil. The whole Landscape is illumined with the fervid rays, and the air sultry to excess. A cool Stream, running through the centre of the Subject, refreshes the eye; and on the Bridge is a Herdsman following Cattle; a stately Tree, some Cottages, and Figures in a Boat, fishing, complete the foreground. -- The City of Dort is seen in the distance. The splendid display of Colour in this Picture, is truly captivating; and the decisive touches of Cuyp's pencil have seldom been exerted with more felicity. The Cattle and Figures have his usual correctness and beauty; and the nice gradations from the fierce rays of the Sun to the cool appearance of the sheltered Bank, are given with the truest harmony. -- It is a perfect Chef-d'oeuvre]] réalisée par Albert Cuyp, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 283.10 £. [30]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Woman taken in Adultery. -- The Saviour is represented as uttering his benevolent but severe reproof to the Woman's Accusers. The Culprit, who, by the Jewish Law, was already condemned; and, by the cords attached to her arms, and held by the Soldier, apparently waiting the allotted punishment of her offence, seems to elicit a gleam of hope, mingled with conscious shame. The Composition is simple, but dignified; harmonious, but forcible; participating of the bold style of Giorgione, whose manner this Artist imitated, and of the richness of Titian, to whom he was by many considered a formidable Rival. The Attitude of Christ is finely depicted, and the drawing and truth in the Hands, have, perhaps, never been surpassed (Pordenone)|The Woman taken in Adultery. -- The Saviour is represented as uttering his benevolent but severe reproof to the Woman's Accusers. The Culprit, who, by the Jewish Law, was already condemned; and, by the cords attached to her arms, and held by the Soldier, apparently waiting the allotted punishment of her offence, seems to elicit a gleam of hope, mingled with conscious shame. The Composition is simple, but dignified; harmonious, but forcible; participating of the bold style of Giorgione, whose manner this Artist imitated, and of the richness of Titian, to whom he was by many considered a formidable Rival. The Attitude of Christ is finely depicted, and the drawing and truth in the Hands, have, perhaps, never been surpassed]] réalisée par Pordenone, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Marquis of Stafford au prix de 283.10 £. [31]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Landscape and Cows. -- A light, free, and dexterous handling are conspicuously exhibited by Gainsborough in most of his productions, and seldom more so than in this instance. In this Example of truly English rural Scenery, here is an airy freedom of manner that is extremely pleasing; the Cattle are introduced with considerable beauty and effect: it has the vivacity of a sketch, and the decision of considerate finish (Gainsborough)|Landscape and Cows. -- A light, free, and dexterous handling are conspicuously exhibited by Gainsborough in most of his productions, and seldom more so than in this instance. In this Example of truly English rural Scenery, here is an airy freedom of manner that is extremely pleasing; the Cattle are introduced with considerable beauty and effect: it has the vivacity of a sketch, and the decision of considerate finish]] réalisée par Gainsborough, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Baker Spring Gardens au prix de 84.0 £. [32]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Cicero, at his Villa, discoursing with his Friends. -- It is the peculiar boast of our country, that in all arts, sciences, and elegancies, it yields the superiority to none. When once the native genius is roused, the nobleness of its daring carries it onward to the very pinnacle of excellence: and though others may have got the start in the flight, yet the vigour of wing displayed by British genius, enables it to rise equal, if not superior, to its precursive competitors. The Works of Wilson have placed British reputation in its proper orb; and from the time of his producing the classical Specimens of his powers, we may date the elevation of the English name to its illustrious situation. The Composition of this Picture is natural, chaste, and beautiful: a pleasing serenity pervades the classic scene: the patriotic Orator, Pater Patriae, conversing in his retirement with his chosen friends, probably Brutus and Atticus, fills the mind with sentiments of the highest order (Wilson)|Cicero, at his Villa, discoursing with his Friends. -- It is the peculiar boast of our country, that in all arts, sciences, and elegancies, it yields the superiority to none. When once the native genius is roused, the nobleness of its daring carries it onward to the very pinnacle of excellence: and though others may have got the start in the flight, yet the vigour of wing displayed by British genius, enables it to rise equal, if not superior, to its precursive competitors. The Works of Wilson have placed British reputation in its proper orb; and from the time of his producing the classical Specimens of his powers, we may date the elevation of the English name to its illustrious situation. The Composition of this Picture is natural, chaste, and beautiful: a pleasing serenity pervades the classic scene: the patriotic Orator, Pater Patriae, conversing in his retirement with his chosen friends, probably Brutus and Atticus, fills the mind with sentiments of the highest order]] réalisée par Wilson, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Duncombe au prix de 53.11 £. [33]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Queen Eleanor interceding with her Husband, Edward the Third, for the Citizens of Calais. -- That magnanimity and true greatness of mind is displayed more in acts of clemency than in the dazzling operations of conquest, is an observation our countrymen are the foremost to allow; and hence our historians, poets, and artists, have been anxious to relate this affecting story. The poet and historian must frequently give up the palm to the painter, and no honour is lost when it is allowed to such a painter as West. The patriotic St. Pierre, and his generous Associates, appear ennobled, not degraded, by the ignominious appendages; and the stern Edward, relenting at the intercession of his lovely, though high-minded, Consort, shows how greatly men's minds are exalted by the exercise of those sentiments, which women, pleading on the side of virtue, can inspire. West is truly the epic and historic Painter. -- and the observation, that Painting is mute Poetry, cannot be better illustrated than in a reference to his Works, of which this is a distinguished Specimen (Benjamin West)|Queen Eleanor interceding with her Husband, Edward the Third, for the Citizens of Calais. -- That magnanimity and true greatness of mind is displayed more in acts of clemency than in the dazzling operations of conquest, is an observation our countrymen are the foremost to allow; and hence our historians, poets, and artists, have been anxious to relate this affecting story. The poet and historian must frequently give up the palm to the painter, and no honour is lost when it is allowed to such a painter as West. The patriotic St. Pierre, and his generous Associates, appear ennobled, not degraded, by the ignominious appendages; and the stern Edward, relenting at the intercession of his lovely, though high-minded, Consort, shows how greatly men's minds are exalted by the exercise of those sentiments, which women, pleading on the side of virtue, can inspire. West is truly the epic and historic Painter. -- and the observation, that Painting is mute Poetry, cannot be better illustrated than in a reference to his Works, of which this is a distinguished Specimen]] réalisée par Benjamin West, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Norton au prix de 73.10 £. [34]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Strawberry Girl. -- The just expression of infantine feeling which Sir Joshua knew so well to bestow, was, perhaps, never accomplished with greater felicity, than in this instance. It is a truly charming resemblance of Nature; and painted with an unusual degree of success in point of certainty of Colour; with a fine breadth of light, and a delicious back-ground (Sir Joshua Reynolds)|The Strawberry Girl. -- The just expression of infantine feeling which Sir Joshua knew so well to bestow, was, perhaps, never accomplished with greater felicity, than in this instance. It is a truly charming resemblance of Nature; and painted with an unusual degree of success in point of certainty of Colour; with a fine breadth of light, and a delicious back-ground]] réalisée par Sir Joshua Reynolds, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Rogers au prix de 204.15 £. [35]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Interior of the Great Church at Antwerp. -- The truth of representation, so conspicuous in the Works of Nefs, is, perhaps, superior to any other Artist of his time. He seems to have determined that every part of his buildings should be known, as well as their general appearance. His great architectural knowledge, and his deep acquaintance with the laws of perspective, joined to a correct eye, and a taste for elegant disposition, place his Performances at the summit of his department in the Art. To render his Works more valuable, by the union of others' excellencies to his own, he usually had the Figures introduced by his skilfil friends: Gonzales seems to have been employed on this occasion. The clear and beautiful stream of Light, that pervades every part of the Church, exhibits the minuter beauties to perfection; and even the several Decorations of the Altar Pieces are distinguishable in their subjects. The whole has the lightness, airiness, and freedom of manner, that so peculiarly belongs to this Master, and place him above his Competitors (Peter Nefs)|Interior of the Great Church at Antwerp. -- The truth of representation, so conspicuous in the Works of Nefs, is, perhaps, superior to any other Artist of his time. He seems to have determined that every part of his buildings should be known, as well as their general appearance. His great architectural knowledge, and his deep acquaintance with the laws of perspective, joined to a correct eye, and a taste for elegant disposition, place his Performances at the summit of his department in the Art. To render his Works more valuable, by the union of others' excellencies to his own, he usually had the Figures introduced by his skilfil friends: Gonzales seems to have been employed on this occasion. The clear and beautiful stream of Light, that pervades every part of the Church, exhibits the minuter beauties to perfection; and even the several Decorations of the Altar Pieces are distinguishable in their subjects. The whole has the lightness, airiness, and freedom of manner, that so peculiarly belongs to this Master, and place him above his Competitors]] réalisée par Peter Nefs, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Spackman au prix de 86.2 £. [36]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Susannah and the Elders. -- This is a Subject that has employed the pencil of almost every Artist of distinction: but how few have succeeded in giving it the grace and propriety of expression, of which Guido here shows it to be capable! His delicate mind threw a charm round every relation; and even the details of a story that in reading excites disgust, becoming interesting from his hand, and detain the spectator in pleasing observance. The Female is designed with all the softness and delicacy that belong to the character; and the Two Elders have a dignity of air that should denote Men possessed of more exalted feelings. -- This Performance is from the Orleans' Gallery, and, in the account of its contents, is spoken of in high terms of approbation (Guido)|Susannah and the Elders. -- This is a Subject that has employed the pencil of almost every Artist of distinction: but how few have succeeded in giving it the grace and propriety of expression, of which Guido here shows it to be capable! His delicate mind threw a charm round every relation; and even the details of a story that in reading excites disgust, becoming interesting from his hand, and detain the spectator in pleasing observance. The Female is designed with all the softness and delicacy that belong to the character; and the Two Elders have a dignity of air that should denote Men possessed of more exalted feelings. -- This Performance is from the Orleans' Gallery, and, in the account of its contents, is spoken of in high terms of approbation]] réalisée par Guido, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Sam.l Peach au prix de 53.11 £. [37]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Mars and Venus. -- These Deities have their attention directed to Cupid, who is alarmed by a playful little Dog; Pigeons are billing at their feet; a drapery, thrown over the branches of a tree, forms their canopy, and the eye wanders out into a rich Landscape. This Picture, from that distinguished Master of the Venetian School, held a place in the Orleans' Gallery, and was justly esteemed as an harmonious production of this Master's pencil. The splendour of the Colouring is kept in complete harmony by judicious combinations; and the graceful ease of the Figures preclude the supposition that Art has any share in the modifications. -- There is a correctness of Drawing, and attention to Costume, in this performance, that ranks it high among his labours (Paolo Veronese)|Mars and Venus. -- These Deities have their attention directed to Cupid, who is alarmed by a playful little Dog; Pigeons are billing at their feet; a drapery, thrown over the branches of a tree, forms their canopy, and the eye wanders out into a rich Landscape. This Picture, from that distinguished Master of the Venetian School, held a place in the Orleans' Gallery, and was justly esteemed as an harmonious production of this Master's pencil. The splendour of the Colouring is kept in complete harmony by judicious combinations; and the graceful ease of the Figures preclude the supposition that Art has any share in the modifications. -- There is a correctness of Drawing, and attention to Costume, in this performance, that ranks it high among his labours]] réalisée par Paolo Veronese, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 52.10 £. [38]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Landscape; Moonlight. -- To dare and to accomplish, was the privilege of Rubens. His pencil, like the wand of a magician, was but stretch out, and scenes of fairy land were instantly produced. But tameness and common-place are no where discoverable in his productions; all is novel, illusive, wonderful. The effect of this Picture seems the work of an instant, and every one recognises in it the just and striking appearances of Nature. The Moon in "solemn stole" pacing Heaven's arch; the star-paved Firmament emitting ten thousand fires; the face of Earth wrapped in gloom and silence, as if in admiration of the glorious view; and but one solitary object moving on the surface, a Horse grazing the cool herbage, is a combination that is rarely found in any other Picture but that whence this was taken -- the Tablet of Nature. -- From the Collection of Sir Joshua Reynolds, by whom it was held in the highest estimation (Rubens)|Landscape; Moonlight. -- To dare and to accomplish, was the privilege of Rubens. His pencil, like the wand of a magician, was but stretch out, and scenes of fairy land were instantly produced. But tameness and common-place are no where discoverable in his productions; all is novel, illusive, wonderful. The effect of this Picture seems the work of an instant, and every one recognises in it the just and striking appearances of Nature. The Moon in "solemn stole" pacing Heaven's arch; the star-paved Firmament emitting ten thousand fires; the face of Earth wrapped in gloom and silence, as if in admiration of the glorious view; and but one solitary object moving on the surface, a Horse grazing the cool herbage, is a combination that is rarely found in any other Picture but that whence this was taken -- the Tablet of Nature. -- From the Collection of Sir Joshua Reynolds, by whom it was held in the highest estimation]] réalisée par Rubens, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Lord Mulgrave au prix de 315.0 £. [39]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Return from the Chase. -- A Lady seated on the Ground, in conversation with a gallant Sportsman; with Dogs, Horses, Attendants, and their Quarry near them, compose the Subject. The Landscape, painted with this Artist's usual tenderness, delicacy, and freedom, is enriched with ancient Ruins, and a fine antique Fountain, from which flows a transparent Stream, refreshing to the fatigued Party. The merits of Wouvermans need no eulogium; his Performances speak their own praise; and this beautiful Picture is a very evident proof of it (Philip Wouvermans)|Return from the Chase. -- A Lady seated on the Ground, in conversation with a gallant Sportsman; with Dogs, Horses, Attendants, and their Quarry near them, compose the Subject. The Landscape, painted with this Artist's usual tenderness, delicacy, and freedom, is enriched with ancient Ruins, and a fine antique Fountain, from which flows a transparent Stream, refreshing to the fatigued Party. The merits of Wouvermans need no eulogium; his Performances speak their own praise; and this beautiful Picture is a very evident proof of it]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Richmond au prix de 149.2 £. [40]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Peasants going to Market. -- The delicacy and truth with which this admirable Painter depicted the mistiness of Morning, and the genial effect of the Sun, rising and absorbing the accumulated vapours of Night, have tended to exalt his reputation, and stamp a genuine and current value on his Works. It is impossible to look at this beautiful example of his excellence, without being delighted with the execution: a tenderly broken and elevated foreground presenting a group of Horses and Peasants about to commence their journey; the middle distance receding with the most accurate attention to Perspective gradation, is occupied by the more early Rustics; and the distant Mountains, covered with blue exhalations; are all the genuine representations of Nature, in her dewy freshness, at Morning's first approach. It is a masterly Performance, in which the Artist evidently indulged con amore, and accomplished with a free vivacity of hand, and extreme delicacy of pencil (Philip Wouvermans)|Peasants going to Market. -- The delicacy and truth with which this admirable Painter depicted the mistiness of Morning, and the genial effect of the Sun, rising and absorbing the accumulated vapours of Night, have tended to exalt his reputation, and stamp a genuine and current value on his Works. It is impossible to look at this beautiful example of his excellence, without being delighted with the execution: a tenderly broken and elevated foreground presenting a group of Horses and Peasants about to commence their journey; the middle distance receding with the most accurate attention to Perspective gradation, is occupied by the more early Rustics; and the distant Mountains, covered with blue exhalations; are all the genuine representations of Nature, in her dewy freshness, at Morning's first approach. It is a masterly Performance, in which the Artist evidently indulged con amore, and accomplished with a free vivacity of hand, and extreme delicacy of pencil]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 177.10 £. [41]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Brisk Gale. -- To give a Portraiture of the ruffed Ocean agitated by the sweeping Gale, and to give it with truth, requires a degree of judgement and execution only to be obtained by attentive observance to the Element itself, and to be obtained in no other School. The dashing violence of the Storm, or the placid stillness of the Calm, are accomplished with less labour to the Artist, because with less fear of detection from inaccuracy in the former, and more leisurable opportunity in working on the latter: but the Gale is often evanescent, and its effects must then be observed and embodied at the instant, or, like the sudden variations of the passions in the human countenance, are lost for ever. -- Backhuysen's Gale, as here represented, is apparently the result of accurate attention and instantaneous execution, but heightened afterwards with care and circumspection. The Waves are really in motion, the Vessels heave with their undulation, and the swelling Sails seem yielding to the force of the driving blast. The murky Clouds, rolling onward, are in unison with the other objects; and the black Horizon portends a Storm, of which this brisk Gale is the harbinger. -- From Mr. Robit's celebrated Collection (Backhuysen)|A Brisk Gale. -- To give a Portraiture of the ruffed Ocean agitated by the sweeping Gale, and to give it with truth, requires a degree of judgement and execution only to be obtained by attentive observance to the Element itself, and to be obtained in no other School. The dashing violence of the Storm, or the placid stillness of the Calm, are accomplished with less labour to the Artist, because with less fear of detection from inaccuracy in the former, and more leisurable opportunity in working on the latter: but the Gale is often evanescent, and its effects must then be observed and embodied at the instant, or, like the sudden variations of the passions in the human countenance, are lost for ever. -- Backhuysen's Gale, as here represented, is apparently the result of accurate attention and instantaneous execution, but heightened afterwards with care and circumspection. The Waves are really in motion, the Vessels heave with their undulation, and the swelling Sails seem yielding to the force of the driving blast. The murky Clouds, rolling onward, are in unison with the other objects; and the black Horizon portends a Storm, of which this brisk Gale is the harbinger. -- From Mr. Robit's celebrated Collection]] réalisée par Backhuysen, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Woodburn au prix de 126.0 £. [42]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Peasant Girl with a Dish of Milk. -- A rich Landscape; in which is discovered a Woman milking a Cow, and Sheep resting under the shelter of a Cluster of Trees, is the Scene in which our admired Countryman has placed the little Rustic. The attention which Gainsborough paid to objects of this kind, enabled him, beyond all others, to give them with truth and effect. His Peasants are not such, merely from tattered habiliments, or gross vulgarity of features; but they are recognised to be such from their naiveté of character, which Nature alone bestows; and which only an attention to her, and not mere rules of art, can accomplish. The instance before us is a happy specimen and illustration; and, though from humble life, is a Portrait that will please the most refined, from the elegance with which the Artist has arrayed the unsophisticated Tenant of the Cottage. -- The Landscape is true to Nature and English Scenery, and gives remarkable force and relief to the chief object in the Compostion (Gainsborough)|A Peasant Girl with a Dish of Milk. -- A rich Landscape; in which is discovered a Woman milking a Cow, and Sheep resting under the shelter of a Cluster of Trees, is the Scene in which our admired Countryman has placed the little Rustic. The attention which Gainsborough paid to objects of this kind, enabled him, beyond all others, to give them with truth and effect. His Peasants are not such, merely from tattered habiliments, or gross vulgarity of features; but they are recognised to be such from their naiveté of character, which Nature alone bestows; and which only an attention to her, and not mere rules of art, can accomplish. The instance before us is a happy specimen and illustration; and, though from humble life, is a Portrait that will please the most refined, from the elegance with which the Artist has arrayed the unsophisticated Tenant of the Cottage. -- The Landscape is true to Nature and English Scenery, and gives remarkable force and relief to the chief object in the Compostion]] réalisée par Gainsborough, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Rogers au prix de 157.10 £. [43]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Death of Seneca. -- To relate circumstances recorded in history with truth and precision, and at the same time to make them interesting as graphic compostions, is a task which, when well accomplished, is entitled to the highest share of praise. Submitting to the fatal mandate of his infamous Pupil, the Philosopher appears calm and collected in the Bath, and shows, by his serenity of countenance, that he did not inculcate precepts that, when necessary, he should fail to enforce by his example. The recording Disciple, dissolved in tears, is one of the finest delineations of the Pencil; and the masterly execution of the subordinate arrangements, with the truth of Colour and Anatomical knowledge here displayed, pronounce this a Chef-d'oeuvre of the Master (Giordano)|The Death of Seneca. -- To relate circumstances recorded in history with truth and precision, and at the same time to make them interesting as graphic compostions, is a task which, when well accomplished, is entitled to the highest share of praise. Submitting to the fatal mandate of his infamous Pupil, the Philosopher appears calm and collected in the Bath, and shows, by his serenity of countenance, that he did not inculcate precepts that, when necessary, he should fail to enforce by his example. The recording Disciple, dissolved in tears, is one of the finest delineations of the Pencil; and the masterly execution of the subordinate arrangements, with the truth of Colour and Anatomical knowledge here displayed, pronounce this a Chef-d'oeuvre of the Master]] réalisée par Giordano, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Hutton au prix de 78.15 £. [44]
  • 1813.06.01/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Three Wives of Rubens, depicted as Flora, Ceres, and Pomona. -- It was the peculiar privilege of this great master, to sweep the whole range of Art's dominions, and to exercise a sovereign authority in every department. But, though he could wield the Thunderbolt in War, and paint Nature in her most violently agitated convulsions, yet was he perfect Master of the softer delights that captivate the imagination. In this Picture we see a charming display of his talent to engage. -- Three Females, each with the characteristic Symbol of a terrestrial Divinity, are grouped in the happiest manner. The richness of the Carnations, which, -- with less artfulness of arrangement in the subordinate parts, would have been overpowering, -- is skilfully subdued, and embellished to the greatest advantage, by the minor appendages of Fruits, Flowers, and Birds: -- the whole producing the happiest effect, and displaying all his splendour and energy, without violating, in the least, the just principles of harmony, in this magnificent Picture (Rubens)|The Three Wives of Rubens, depicted as Flora, Ceres, and Pomona. -- It was the peculiar privilege of this great master, to sweep the whole range of Art's dominions, and to exercise a sovereign authority in every department. But, though he could wield the Thunderbolt in War, and paint Nature in her most violently agitated convulsions, yet was he perfect Master of the softer delights that captivate the imagination. In this Picture we see a charming display of his talent to engage. -- Three Females, each with the characteristic Symbol of a terrestrial Divinity, are grouped in the happiest manner. The richness of the Carnations, which, -- with less artfulness of arrangement in the subordinate parts, would have been overpowering, -- is skilfully subdued, and embellished to the greatest advantage, by the minor appendages of Fruits, Flowers, and Birds: -- the whole producing the happiest effect, and displaying all his splendour and energy, without violating, in the least, the just principles of harmony, in this magnificent Picture]] réalisée par Rubens, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 357.0 £. [45]
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