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  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Good Samaritan. -- "And he set him on his own beast." -- The time chosen by the Painter is when the good Man, after carefully binding up the wounds of the outraged Traveller, is gently conveying him to an Inn. Luca Giordano's knowledge of Anatomy, and his grand Gusto, enabled him to give historic subjects in a style of suitable expression and propriety. This instance of his powers confers great honour on him for its simplicity and pathos (Luca Giordano)|The Good Samaritan. -- "And he set him on his own beast." -- The time chosen by the Painter is when the good Man, after carefully binding up the wounds of the outraged Traveller, is gently conveying him to an Inn. Luca Giordano's knowledge of Anatomy, and his grand Gusto, enabled him to give historic subjects in a style of suitable expression and propriety. This instance of his powers confers great honour on him for its simplicity and pathos]] réalisée par Luca Giordano, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Martin au prix de 11.11 £. [3]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Prodigal Son's Return. -- This noble Gallery Picture displays a grandeur of conception and greatness of execution, that entitles it to considerable distinction. The Composition is masterly and striking, the Drawing correct and beautiful, the finishing elaborate, and such as is seldom seen in so grand a performance. The poor Prodigal, corrected of his vices, returns humiliated to the house of his affectionate Father, who, attended by the rest of the Family, are come out affectionately to receive him. The bold management of the Chiaro-scuro gives a wonderful effect to the Figures, and shows the architectural back-ground to great advantage (Calabrese)|The Prodigal Son's Return. -- This noble Gallery Picture displays a grandeur of conception and greatness of execution, that entitles it to considerable distinction. The Composition is masterly and striking, the Drawing correct and beautiful, the finishing elaborate, and such as is seldom seen in so grand a performance. The poor Prodigal, corrected of his vices, returns humiliated to the house of his affectionate Father, who, attended by the rest of the Family, are come out affectionately to receive him. The bold management of the Chiaro-scuro gives a wonderful effect to the Figures, and shows the architectural back-ground to great advantage]] réalisée par Calabrese, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Walker au prix de 10.10 £. [4]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Day of Judgement. -- This Picture contains a number of Portraits of distinguished Characters, both in the time of the Artist, and others of recorded eminence for their piety and sufferings. A skilful arrangement of the parts has given the Painter an opportunity of exhibiting his bold effects in light and colour. Surrounded by myriads of beatified spirits, the Great Judge of mankind appears in the upper regions; and two Figures, emblematic of the Law and the Gospel, are kneeling in adoration. Michael, and other Angels, with the Apostles, occupy the next immediate range: Moses, Aaron, and several Patriarchal Characters, succeed: Saints, Popes, Cardinals, and Martyrs, form a Circle below them: and the lower part presents the Resurrection of several of the Blessed, assisted by Angels: and concluded with a View of the Punishments inflicted on the Reprobate. There is a distinctness in the order and distribution of this Picture, that ranks it as superior to many of his Productions: and his complete knowledge of the effect of the Chiaro-scuro, and of Perspective, is shown to the greatest advantage (Giacomo Bassano)|The Day of Judgement. -- This Picture contains a number of Portraits of distinguished Characters, both in the time of the Artist, and others of recorded eminence for their piety and sufferings. A skilful arrangement of the parts has given the Painter an opportunity of exhibiting his bold effects in light and colour. Surrounded by myriads of beatified spirits, the Great Judge of mankind appears in the upper regions; and two Figures, emblematic of the Law and the Gospel, are kneeling in adoration. Michael, and other Angels, with the Apostles, occupy the next immediate range: Moses, Aaron, and several Patriarchal Characters, succeed: Saints, Popes, Cardinals, and Martyrs, form a Circle below them: and the lower part presents the Resurrection of several of the Blessed, assisted by Angels: and concluded with a View of the Punishments inflicted on the Reprobate. There is a distinctness in the order and distribution of this Picture, that ranks it as superior to many of his Productions: and his complete knowledge of the effect of the Chiaro-scuro, and of Perspective, is shown to the greatest advantage]] réalisée par Giacomo Bassano, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Battell au prix de 17.6 £. [7]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Visit of Mary to Elizabeth. -- The elegant simplicity of Style perceptible in this Performance, strongly reminds the observer of the manner of Raphael. Bred in the School of Titian, Buonvincino was superior to the Roman in point of colour; but he felt the superiority of the latter's genius and taste in invention and in grace. He has contrived to unite both excellencies in such a manner as to give a specimen of the beauty that may be elicited by the combination. It is replete with taste, feeling, and judgement. -- From the Aldobrandini Palace at Rome (Buonvincino detto il Moretto)|The Visit of Mary to Elizabeth. -- The elegant simplicity of Style perceptible in this Performance, strongly reminds the observer of the manner of Raphael. Bred in the School of Titian, Buonvincino was superior to the Roman in point of colour; but he felt the superiority of the latter's genius and taste in invention and in grace. He has contrived to unite both excellencies in such a manner as to give a specimen of the beauty that may be elicited by the combination. It is replete with taste, feeling, and judgement. -- From the Aldobrandini Palace at Rome]] réalisée par Buonvincino detto il Moretto, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Sir Chas Cockerell to present to Lord Northwick au prix de 152.5 £. [8]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Portrait of Himself. -- The grand gusto of this Artist pervades all his productions: even a Portrait from his hand becomes a subject of considerable interest; and that interest is considerably heightened when the Portrait is his own: Painted in a broad, simple, and noble manner (Annibal Caracci)|Portrait of Himself. -- The grand gusto of this Artist pervades all his productions: even a Portrait from his hand becomes a subject of considerable interest; and that interest is considerably heightened when the Portrait is his own: Painted in a broad, simple, and noble manner]] réalisée par Annibal Caracci, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Harris au prix de 27.6 £. [9]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Philosopher studying. -- Interior representations gave Teniers scope for the exercise of his great knowledge of light and shade; and his choice of situations, that admitted only the subdued and doubtful gradations, proves the confidence of his knowledge and the facility of his executive powers. Every object in this beautiful Picture received embellishment from its situation; and there is an harmonious union of the several parts that is truly delightful (D. Teniers)|A Philosopher studying. -- Interior representations gave Teniers scope for the exercise of his great knowledge of light and shade; and his choice of situations, that admitted only the subdued and doubtful gradations, proves the confidence of his knowledge and the facility of his executive powers. Every object in this beautiful Picture received embellishment from its situation; and there is an harmonious union of the several parts that is truly delightful]] réalisée par D. Teniers, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Callender au prix de 51.9 £. [12]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Sleeping Woman. -- Two Wags disturbing the repose of a Female sleeping in a Chair, a Dog looking attentively at the Party, and sundry Utensils places on a rich Carpet, covering a Table, display the excellence of Metsu's free, delicate, and accurate pencil. -- This precious gem is from the Collection of Griffier Fagel (Metsu)|The Sleeping Woman. -- Two Wags disturbing the repose of a Female sleeping in a Chair, a Dog looking attentively at the Party, and sundry Utensils places on a rich Carpet, covering a Table, display the excellence of Metsu's free, delicate, and accurate pencil. -- This precious gem is from the Collection of Griffier Fagel]] réalisée par Metsu, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Richmond au prix de 118.13 £. [13]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Portraits of a Venetian Nobleman, his Wife, and Daughter. -- A brilliant Performance of this great Master, representing an interesting Family in the reciprocal exchanges of parental and filial affection. The Daughter receiving Fruit from the Hand of her Father, presents the Gift to her Mother; and by the reverted action of the Mother's Left-hand, it is obvious that a recompense awaits the mark of affectionate duty. -- This estimable Picture is from the Collection of Sir Gregory Page, and formed part of his celebrated Collection at Blackheath (Titiano)|Portraits of a Venetian Nobleman, his Wife, and Daughter. -- A brilliant Performance of this great Master, representing an interesting Family in the reciprocal exchanges of parental and filial affection. The Daughter receiving Fruit from the Hand of her Father, presents the Gift to her Mother; and by the reverted action of the Mother's Left-hand, it is obvious that a recompense awaits the mark of affectionate duty. -- This estimable Picture is from the Collection of Sir Gregory Page, and formed part of his celebrated Collection at Blackheath]] réalisée par Titiano, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Harris au prix de 119.14 £. [14]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Portrait. -- This Portrait, supposed the Master's own, is habited in a rich Turkish habit, with a splendid white Turban. His characteristic energy, strong markings, and peculiar power of light and shade through all their varieties, are happily brought into action in this admirable Performance (Rembrandt)|A Portrait. -- This Portrait, supposed the Master's own, is habited in a rich Turkish habit, with a splendid white Turban. His characteristic energy, strong markings, and peculiar power of light and shade through all their varieties, are happily brought into action in this admirable Performance]] réalisée par Rembrandt, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Spurrier au prix de 23.2 £. [15]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Field of Battle. -- The superior style of this Master in painting Battles, it is well known, obtained him the surname of Battaglia; and in his Exhibitions of these Subjects, he, perhaps, ranks second to none. The present example of his abilities, though not displaying the full phrensy and activity of Contest, shows the Master's great skill in disposition for producing effect. The colouring and manner somewhat resemble Bamboccio, and the Chiaro-scuro has the brilliancy and force of Cuyp. -- From the Collection of Mrs. Furnese (Michael Angelo de Battaglia)|A Field of Battle. -- The superior style of this Master in painting Battles, it is well known, obtained him the surname of Battaglia; and in his Exhibitions of these Subjects, he, perhaps, ranks second to none. The present example of his abilities, though not displaying the full phrensy and activity of Contest, shows the Master's great skill in disposition for producing effect. The colouring and manner somewhat resemble Bamboccio, and the Chiaro-scuro has the brilliancy and force of Cuyp. -- From the Collection of Mrs. Furnese]] réalisée par Michael Angelo de Battaglia, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 31.10 £. [16]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Rape of Europa. -- The Painter has seized the moment when the delighted Princess, struck with the singular beauty of the Animal, has seated herself on his back, supported by her Attendants, who have just crowned him with a Chaplet of Flowers. The enamoured Deity, enjoying the success of his deceit, is carressing her foot; a Cupid is emblematically placed at his head, and others are winging the air, and gathering fruit, which seems to attract, in some degree, the attendant Nymphs' attention. The fable is continued in the perspective; and the observer's imagination easily supplies, from these introductions, what other Artists have chosen for the principal display of the story. The broad and free touch, the freshness of colour, the rich stuffs, the graceful attitudes, and the harmonious arrangement exhibited in this Picture, pronounce it the performance of a great Master. Paolo has expressed in it the fulness of his genius, and enriched it with every grace his pencil could bestow. -- From the Orleans' Gallery (Paolo Veronese)|The Rape of Europa. -- The Painter has seized the moment when the delighted Princess, struck with the singular beauty of the Animal, has seated herself on his back, supported by her Attendants, who have just crowned him with a Chaplet of Flowers. The enamoured Deity, enjoying the success of his deceit, is carressing her foot; a Cupid is emblematically placed at his head, and others are winging the air, and gathering fruit, which seems to attract, in some degree, the attendant Nymphs' attention. The fable is continued in the perspective; and the observer's imagination easily supplies, from these introductions, what other Artists have chosen for the principal display of the story. The broad and free touch, the freshness of colour, the rich stuffs, the graceful attitudes, and the harmonious arrangement exhibited in this Picture, pronounce it the performance of a great Master. Paolo has expressed in it the fulness of his genius, and enriched it with every grace his pencil could bestow. -- From the Orleans' Gallery]] réalisée par Paolo Veronese, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Holwell Carr au prix de 147.0 £. [17]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Triumph of Galatea. -- In this exquisite Cabinet Picture the Goddess appears seated on a Shell, surrounded by Naiads, preceded by a Triton: Polyphemus is seen reclining on a Rock, holding the tuneful Reeds with which he hoped to soften the heart of the lovely Galatea. -- Forming his style from the study of the best Works of Raphael, Coreggio, and the Caracci, he combines the excellencies of each, with a delicacy in the union, that has raised his reputation very high; and his Works have been accordingly sought for with great avidity. His intimate acquaintance with Ancient Mythology led him to prefer those allegorical representations that delight the unlearned by their ostensible appearances, and charm the scholar and man of research by their apt and beautiful mystic allusions. This Picture is from the Orleans' Collection; where, for its elegance and graceful propriety, it held a distinguished situation (Carlo Maratti)|The Triumph of Galatea. -- In this exquisite Cabinet Picture the Goddess appears seated on a Shell, surrounded by Naiads, preceded by a Triton: Polyphemus is seen reclining on a Rock, holding the tuneful Reeds with which he hoped to soften the heart of the lovely Galatea. -- Forming his style from the study of the best Works of Raphael, Coreggio, and the Caracci, he combines the excellencies of each, with a delicacy in the union, that has raised his reputation very high; and his Works have been accordingly sought for with great avidity. His intimate acquaintance with Ancient Mythology led him to prefer those allegorical representations that delight the unlearned by their ostensible appearances, and charm the scholar and man of research by their apt and beautiful mystic allusions. This Picture is from the Orleans' Collection; where, for its elegance and graceful propriety, it held a distinguished situation]] réalisée par Carlo Maratti, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Spurrier au prix de 55.13 £. [18]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Landscape and Figures. -- A beautiful small Landscape, in which are introduced Cattle and other Figures, has given these two celebrated Men an opportunity of combining to advantage their respective talents. The Picture presents a charming Transcript of Nature; having all her texture, freshness, graceful variations, and harmonious effect. -- The Trees wave to the Breeze, and the Clouds float on the Wind: -- the Ground seems elastic to the tread, and the Water transparent and yielding. -- The Figures, introduced with so much judgement, finished the delusion; and the spectator imagines it is Nature, and not a Picture (Wynants)|Landscape and Figures. -- A beautiful small Landscape, in which are introduced Cattle and other Figures, has given these two celebrated Men an opportunity of combining to advantage their respective talents. The Picture presents a charming Transcript of Nature; having all her texture, freshness, graceful variations, and harmonious effect. -- The Trees wave to the Breeze, and the Clouds float on the Wind: -- the Ground seems elastic to the tread, and the Water transparent and yielding. -- The Figures, introduced with so much judgement, finished the delusion; and the spectator imagines it is Nature, and not a Picture]] réalisée par Wynants, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Woodburn au prix de 94.10 £. [19]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Holy Family. -- The Virgin is caressing the Infant with the most endearing fondness; St. John is at her side, smiling and pointing towards them; Joseph, leaning on his Staff, occupies the back part, finishing the group, and filling the Picture. The highest praise that can possibly be bestowed on this Composition is, that Annibal Caracci thought it worthy his imitation; tacitly acknowledging that he could not surpass it: thus generously promulgating a Rival's reputation, while he was profiting by such a beautiful example (Annibal Caracci)|The Holy Family. -- The Virgin is caressing the Infant with the most endearing fondness; St. John is at her side, smiling and pointing towards them; Joseph, leaning on his Staff, occupies the back part, finishing the group, and filling the Picture. The highest praise that can possibly be bestowed on this Composition is, that Annibal Caracci thought it worthy his imitation; tacitly acknowledging that he could not surpass it: thus generously promulgating a Rival's reputation, while he was profiting by such a beautiful example]] réalisée par Annibal Caracci, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Lord Harrington au prix de 131.5 £. [20]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Communion of the Magdalen. -- The converted Magdalen, on her knees, is receiving the consecrated Wafer from a ministering Angel; a second is holding a Salver to receive any crumbs that might fall of the mysterious token; and a third, in an attitude of devout ecstasy, is standing behind the accepted Penitent. -- Albano's delicacy of manner was well suited to described subjects of pathos and sensibility. The graceful turns which he bestowed on his Heads, interest and charm the beholder by their beauty and amenity; and the selection of his subjects showed he understood what best suited his talents. This Picture exhibits the tenderness of Guido, and the correct simplicity of the Caracci, blended by the skill of the Painter of the Graces (F. Albano)|The Communion of the Magdalen. -- The converted Magdalen, on her knees, is receiving the consecrated Wafer from a ministering Angel; a second is holding a Salver to receive any crumbs that might fall of the mysterious token; and a third, in an attitude of devout ecstasy, is standing behind the accepted Penitent. -- Albano's delicacy of manner was well suited to described subjects of pathos and sensibility. The graceful turns which he bestowed on his Heads, interest and charm the beholder by their beauty and amenity; and the selection of his subjects showed he understood what best suited his talents. This Picture exhibits the tenderness of Guido, and the correct simplicity of the Caracci, blended by the skill of the Painter of the Graces]] réalisée par F. Albano, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 110.5 £. [21]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Bacchanalian Sacrifice. -- Bacchus, clad in a crimson Robe, appears before a Statue of Pan, resting negligently on a Car; in which, crowned with Flowers, is seated Ariadne: an Infant Bacchanal is presenting a Goblet. A Nymph sleeping, and a Child, occupy the right foreground of the Picture, and the left is filled with the gambols of a Goat in playful engagement with a Boy: -- the middle ground is devoted to a Dance of Bacchanalians, and three hymencal Figures enveloped in clouds on incense. -- The devotion of Poussin to the Study of the Antique took such full possession of his soul, that he seems transported back into the Ages in which the Scenes he represents are supposed to have had existence. Nothing that is seen in this Picture leads to destroy the illusion. No blending of modern Imagery and Costume with antique and classic story; no attempts to embellish by addition to simplicity, or decoration to Scenes that require but the hand of Nature: all is such as Grecian manners would have dictated, and Grecian Art have accomplished. -- From the Duke of Argyll's Collection (Nicolo Poussin)|A Bacchanalian Sacrifice. -- Bacchus, clad in a crimson Robe, appears before a Statue of Pan, resting negligently on a Car; in which, crowned with Flowers, is seated Ariadne: an Infant Bacchanal is presenting a Goblet. A Nymph sleeping, and a Child, occupy the right foreground of the Picture, and the left is filled with the gambols of a Goat in playful engagement with a Boy: -- the middle ground is devoted to a Dance of Bacchanalians, and three hymencal Figures enveloped in clouds on incense. -- The devotion of Poussin to the Study of the Antique took such full possession of his soul, that he seems transported back into the Ages in which the Scenes he represents are supposed to have had existence. Nothing that is seen in this Picture leads to destroy the illusion. No blending of modern Imagery and Costume with antique and classic story; no attempts to embellish by addition to simplicity, or decoration to Scenes that require but the hand of Nature: all is such as Grecian manners would have dictated, and Grecian Art have accomplished. -- From the Duke of Argyll's Collection]] réalisée par Nicolo Poussin, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Lord Fred.k Campbell au prix de 105.0 £. [22]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Twelfth Night; or, le Roi boit. -- This Picture, which contains Portraits of the facetious Artist, his Wife, his Father-in-law, Van Goyen, and other known Personages, may be adduced as a proof not only of his humorous drollery, but of consummate knowledge of his Art. -- The Scene represents a Social Party assembled in festive indulgence at the house of the Artist; and in the moment when hilarity has gained its complete ascendancy, the laughter-loving Host fixes his Guests in the indulgence of their boisterous mirth for an unceasing duration. For excellence of humour, characteristic propriety, and truth of disposition, as shown in this Picture, it will be difficult to find its equal. The fine diffusion of Light, the correctness of the delineations of the Still Life, and the knowledge of Perspective, are each of the superior order of Art (Jan Steen)|Twelfth Night; or, le Roi boit. -- This Picture, which contains Portraits of the facetious Artist, his Wife, his Father-in-law, Van Goyen, and other known Personages, may be adduced as a proof not only of his humorous drollery, but of consummate knowledge of his Art. -- The Scene represents a Social Party assembled in festive indulgence at the house of the Artist; and in the moment when hilarity has gained its complete ascendancy, the laughter-loving Host fixes his Guests in the indulgence of their boisterous mirth for an unceasing duration. For excellence of humour, characteristic propriety, and truth of disposition, as shown in this Picture, it will be difficult to find its equal. The fine diffusion of Light, the correctness of the delineations of the Still Life, and the knowledge of Perspective, are each of the superior order of Art]] réalisée par Jan Steen, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Lord Yarmouth for HRH the Prince Regent au prix de 278.5 £. [23]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Magdalen. -- Seated in a gloomy Desert, and holding the Memento of frail mortality on her lap, the lovely Penitent is bewailing her imprudent derelictions. The suavity of grace, which Correggio knew how to throw around his Females, is here exhibited with additional power: the Tears of Beauty in Distress have a magical effect; and the Painter, aware of the power of such potent auxiliaries, has given their pearly drops with the sweetest accordance to the grief of humiliated loveliness. The full, rich luxuriance of the Hair, the soft and melting delicacy of the Carnations, the pensiveness of Attitude, and the bold effect of chiaro-scuro, render this Picture truly fascinating (Correggio)|A Magdalen. -- Seated in a gloomy Desert, and holding the Memento of frail mortality on her lap, the lovely Penitent is bewailing her imprudent derelictions. The suavity of grace, which Correggio knew how to throw around his Females, is here exhibited with additional power: the Tears of Beauty in Distress have a magical effect; and the Painter, aware of the power of such potent auxiliaries, has given their pearly drops with the sweetest accordance to the grief of humiliated loveliness. The full, rich luxuriance of the Hair, the soft and melting delicacy of the Carnations, the pensiveness of Attitude, and the bold effect of chiaro-scuro, render this Picture truly fascinating]] réalisée par Correggio, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Tesserant au prix de 53.11 £. [24]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Landscape. -- A bold rocky eminence, clothed with Trees of ancient growth; a verdant Country extending to blue cloud-capp'd Mountains; a rapid Stream, in which Fishermen are busily occupied dragging their Nets; aquatic Fowl floating on the waves and winging the air; Trees abruptly thrown down by the tempest, and a lowering Sky, are all given with a faithful adherence to natural appearances. It was the peculiar talent of Ruysdael to represent the grand and secluded scenes of Nature, such as are seen far from "the congregated haunts of men." The impetuous River, and the rugged Scenery, call to the remembrance of those who have visited Dove and Monsal Dales, the appearance when the collected waters of the Peak rush impetuously through those beautiful and romantic vallies. The whole is painted with a grand and spirited pencil, and in effect approaches near the sublime (Jacob Ruysdael)|Landscape. -- A bold rocky eminence, clothed with Trees of ancient growth; a verdant Country extending to blue cloud-capp'd Mountains; a rapid Stream, in which Fishermen are busily occupied dragging their Nets; aquatic Fowl floating on the waves and winging the air; Trees abruptly thrown down by the tempest, and a lowering Sky, are all given with a faithful adherence to natural appearances. It was the peculiar talent of Ruysdael to represent the grand and secluded scenes of Nature, such as are seen far from "the congregated haunts of men." The impetuous River, and the rugged Scenery, call to the remembrance of those who have visited Dove and Monsal Dales, the appearance when the collected waters of the Peak rush impetuously through those beautiful and romantic vallies. The whole is painted with a grand and spirited pencil, and in effect approaches near the sublime]] réalisée par Jacob Ruysdael, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Hill au prix de 254.2 £. [25]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Boys blowing Bubbles. -- This delightful Picture is of the very first order, from this great Master's pencil: and when it is known that it was the principal ornament of Sir Joshua's Collection, and accounted, by him, an inestimable treasure, no other commendation is necessary. The great knowledge of Colouring, possessed by Rubens above all others, is never better exemplified than in his Carnations; and his delineations of Infant Forms surpasses all competition. In this Picture is a superlative proof of his powers in both: and the Connoisseur in form and colour, will receive a rich treat in the contemplation of so much united excellence. Superadded to these beauties, there is sobriety of tone in the Sky and Landscape, that give increased force and beauty to the principal Objects; forming altogether one of the finest and most interesting Cabinet Specimens of the Master (P.P. Rubens)|Boys blowing Bubbles. -- This delightful Picture is of the very first order, from this great Master's pencil: and when it is known that it was the principal ornament of Sir Joshua's Collection, and accounted, by him, an inestimable treasure, no other commendation is necessary. The great knowledge of Colouring, possessed by Rubens above all others, is never better exemplified than in his Carnations; and his delineations of Infant Forms surpasses all competition. In this Picture is a superlative proof of his powers in both: and the Connoisseur in form and colour, will receive a rich treat in the contemplation of so much united excellence. Superadded to these beauties, there is sobriety of tone in the Sky and Landscape, that give increased force and beauty to the principal Objects; forming altogether one of the finest and most interesting Cabinet Specimens of the Master]] réalisée par P.P. Rubens, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Ottley for Sir Mark Sykes au prix de 142.16 £. [26]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Saint John. -- The high honour which the Nation is now bestowing on itself, by the spendid Exhibition of Sir Joshua's Works, tends also to shed a proper lustre round his name. He was an Artist who might without arrogance say, he painted for his countrymen's instruction, and not to be criticised by them: but his labours have made his countrymen learned in Art, and their criticism on his Performances only tends to the discovery of fresh excellencies. This divine Picture seems the Work of inspiration. It is, indeed, "the Voice of One crying in the Wilderness;" and not only the voice, but the enthusiastic look and expression of a Heaven-sent Messenger, though embodied in an Infant's form. The rich and solemn back-ground, which no other Artist could produce with such effect; the chaste and subdued tone of the Carnations; the beautifully expressive attitude of the Figure; the remarkable grace in the Head; and the enchanting effect of the Chiaro-scuro, are such a combination of beauties, and breathe so much soul and genius, that the spectator is almost constrained to idolatry, in presence of the "Warning Voice." (Sir Joshua Reynolds)|Saint John. -- The high honour which the Nation is now bestowing on itself, by the spendid Exhibition of Sir Joshua's Works, tends also to shed a proper lustre round his name. He was an Artist who might without arrogance say, he painted for his countrymen's instruction, and not to be criticised by them: but his labours have made his countrymen learned in Art, and their criticism on his Performances only tends to the discovery of fresh excellencies. This divine Picture seems the Work of inspiration. It is, indeed, "the Voice of One crying in the Wilderness;" and not only the voice, but the enthusiastic look and expression of a Heaven-sent Messenger, though embodied in an Infant's form. The rich and solemn back-ground, which no other Artist could produce with such effect; the chaste and subdued tone of the Carnations; the beautifully expressive attitude of the Figure; the remarkable grace in the Head; and the enchanting effect of the Chiaro-scuro, are such a combination of beauties, and breathe so much soul and genius, that the spectator is almost constrained to idolatry, in presence of the "Warning Voice."]] réalisée par Sir Joshua Reynolds, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Lord Yarmouth for HRH the Prince Regent au prix de 162.15 £. [27]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Landscape; Sunset. -- The refinement of taste which guided Raphael in poetic and historic description, dictated, with correspondent felicity, the choice adaptations of Claude. Whatever in Nature is beautiful, whatever in Art is elegant, and in effect splendid and imposing, he has collected and embodied in his Works. Comprehensive in his observance of those objects that delight the mind, he seized the most prominent features of the beautiful, and arranged them in harmonious adherence, creating novelty by the association. This Picture, described No. 20 in Liber Veritatis, exhibits his magical powers: a rich and varied foreground, in which are seen Cattle and Peasants returning homeward; a Mill supplied with water, by artificial means, from the adjacent Hills; elegant Architecture on the summit; the Country spreading out in illusive Perspective; and the splendour of the departing Orb of light and heat; are all given with dignity and grace, and yet with faithful attention to Nature and the objects (Claude Lorraine)|Landscape; Sunset. -- The refinement of taste which guided Raphael in poetic and historic description, dictated, with correspondent felicity, the choice adaptations of Claude. Whatever in Nature is beautiful, whatever in Art is elegant, and in effect splendid and imposing, he has collected and embodied in his Works. Comprehensive in his observance of those objects that delight the mind, he seized the most prominent features of the beautiful, and arranged them in harmonious adherence, creating novelty by the association. This Picture, described No. 20 in Liber Veritatis, exhibits his magical powers: a rich and varied foreground, in which are seen Cattle and Peasants returning homeward; a Mill supplied with water, by artificial means, from the adjacent Hills; elegant Architecture on the summit; the Country spreading out in illusive Perspective; and the splendour of the departing Orb of light and heat; are all given with dignity and grace, and yet with faithful attention to Nature and the objects]] réalisée par Claude Lorraine, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Hill au prix de 232.1 £. [28]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Leda and Jupiter. -- The superior taste displayed in the Design and Arrangement of this Picture, is sufficient to show that Titian had well-grounded fears that his Pupil would become his formidable Rival; and accordingly that great Master, trembling lest his reputation should suffer by a comparison of his with the Works of his Scholar, contrived means to dismiss him from his school: -- a greater acknowledgement of Tintoretto's abilities could not possibly be made; and posterity has continued to allow the justice of Titian's fears, and placed them both in the same rank of excellence. This Performance (which occupied a distinguished place in the Orleans' Collection) represents Leda in a most graceful attitude, recumbent on a Couch; and Jupiter by her side, in the form of a Swan. A Female Attendant is employed closing a Cage, in which is confined a Duck; which, with a little Dog and a Pigeon, fill up the subordinate parts of the Picture. It is difficult to decide which part is most excellent, -- the Design, the Arrangement, or the Colouring; but the latter is so attractive, the the Connoisseur is inclined to say, that it must have been accomplished with what is denominated his Golden Pencil (Tintoretto)|Leda and Jupiter. -- The superior taste displayed in the Design and Arrangement of this Picture, is sufficient to show that Titian had well-grounded fears that his Pupil would become his formidable Rival; and accordingly that great Master, trembling lest his reputation should suffer by a comparison of his with the Works of his Scholar, contrived means to dismiss him from his school: -- a greater acknowledgement of Tintoretto's abilities could not possibly be made; and posterity has continued to allow the justice of Titian's fears, and placed them both in the same rank of excellence. This Performance (which occupied a distinguished place in the Orleans' Collection) represents Leda in a most graceful attitude, recumbent on a Couch; and Jupiter by her side, in the form of a Swan. A Female Attendant is employed closing a Cage, in which is confined a Duck; which, with a little Dog and a Pigeon, fill up the subordinate parts of the Picture. It is difficult to decide which part is most excellent, -- the Design, the Arrangement, or the Colouring; but the latter is so attractive, the the Connoisseur is inclined to say, that it must have been accomplished with what is denominated his Golden Pencil]] réalisée par Tintoretto, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Woodburn au prix de 162.15 £. [29]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Landscape, with Figures crossing the Ford of a River. -- In the foreground are Peasants, with Goats and other Animals, in repose and conversation. This is one of those Performances which have so deservedly raised the reputation of Berchem to its present height: and if a complete knowledge of Natural Appearances, an excellent choice in the Selection of Objects, and a judicious Display of all the constituent qualities that tend to give force and excellence to a Composition, entitle an Artist to a superior degree of estimation, then is Berchem entitled to his high praise. The light and fleecy Clouds that are floating in the Heavens; the fine gradation of the Sun's declining Rays to the Gray appearance of Evening's approach behind the Mountains; the Blue Mist already settled on the Eastern part of the Hills, and extending to the distant range, are all of the happiest delineations. The Water, transparent and calm, is in complete unison with the other arrangements; and the whole forms one of the most perfect and magnificent Chef-d'oeuvres of the Master (Berchem)|Landscape, with Figures crossing the Ford of a River. -- In the foreground are Peasants, with Goats and other Animals, in repose and conversation. This is one of those Performances which have so deservedly raised the reputation of Berchem to its present height: and if a complete knowledge of Natural Appearances, an excellent choice in the Selection of Objects, and a judicious Display of all the constituent qualities that tend to give force and excellence to a Composition, entitle an Artist to a superior degree of estimation, then is Berchem entitled to his high praise. The light and fleecy Clouds that are floating in the Heavens; the fine gradation of the Sun's declining Rays to the Gray appearance of Evening's approach behind the Mountains; the Blue Mist already settled on the Eastern part of the Hills, and extending to the distant range, are all of the happiest delineations. The Water, transparent and calm, is in complete unison with the other arrangements; and the whole forms one of the most perfect and magnificent Chef-d'oeuvres of the Master]] réalisée par Berchem, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Hill au prix de 263.11 £. [30]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Children of Charles the First. -- That Vandyke stands pre-eminent in his Portraits, is generally acknowledged: -- and whenever his reputation is the theme of conversation, the Family of the unfortunate Charles are adduced as instances of his supreme excellence. -- Loaded with favours by that tasteful Monarch, and gifted with a mind that fully appreciated the distinction, no wonder that he exerted the utmost strength of his Art to Portray the Family of his Princely Patron. The manner in which he has depicted the Three Royal Children, is of the most captivating kind. -- A natural and lively Expression of Countenance, an elegant and engaging Position, and richness of Drapery, correspondent to the Characters, are rendered still more valuable by the delicacy of the Colouring, the harmonious Arrangement of the whole, and the beautiful diffusion of Light that pervades and gives expression to the Performance. -- From the Collection of Sir Gregory Page, Bart. (Vandyke)|The Children of Charles the First. -- That Vandyke stands pre-eminent in his Portraits, is generally acknowledged: -- and whenever his reputation is the theme of conversation, the Family of the unfortunate Charles are adduced as instances of his supreme excellence. -- Loaded with favours by that tasteful Monarch, and gifted with a mind that fully appreciated the distinction, no wonder that he exerted the utmost strength of his Art to Portray the Family of his Princely Patron. The manner in which he has depicted the Three Royal Children, is of the most captivating kind. -- A natural and lively Expression of Countenance, an elegant and engaging Position, and richness of Drapery, correspondent to the Characters, are rendered still more valuable by the delicacy of the Colouring, the harmonious Arrangement of the whole, and the beautiful diffusion of Light that pervades and gives expression to the Performance. -- From the Collection of Sir Gregory Page, Bart.]] réalisée par Vandyke, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Harris au prix de 126.0 £. [31]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Holy Family. -- The graceful elegance diffused by the Prince of Painters over every production of his Pencil, is a criterion by which their originality is recognised, where similarity of drawing or colouring excites a doubt in the mind of the Connoisseur. It would be difficult to adduce a finer proof of his polished manner, where infantine playfulness, and maternal tenderness and affection, are introduced with more simple elegance and interesting beauty. The Madonna, holding a piece of Drapery, of a finely-wrought texture, over the Infant, delights the observer by her unaffected grace: the playful Child, stretching his little arms out to caress his Mother, enchants by his natural simplicity: and the character of Joseph, arranged in complete harmony with the subordinate parts, form a group and union peculiarly captivating. This beautiful Composition is well known as having formed part of the Orleans' Collection, which was rich in the Works of this great Master, and was purchased at a considerable price, but not more than commensurate with its value (Raphael)|The Holy Family. -- The graceful elegance diffused by the Prince of Painters over every production of his Pencil, is a criterion by which their originality is recognised, where similarity of drawing or colouring excites a doubt in the mind of the Connoisseur. It would be difficult to adduce a finer proof of his polished manner, where infantine playfulness, and maternal tenderness and affection, are introduced with more simple elegance and interesting beauty. The Madonna, holding a piece of Drapery, of a finely-wrought texture, over the Infant, delights the observer by her unaffected grace: the playful Child, stretching his little arms out to caress his Mother, enchants by his natural simplicity: and the character of Joseph, arranged in complete harmony with the subordinate parts, form a group and union peculiarly captivating. This beautiful Composition is well known as having formed part of the Orleans' Collection, which was rich in the Works of this great Master, and was purchased at a considerable price, but not more than commensurate with its value]] réalisée par Raphael, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Tesserant au prix de 288.15 £. [32]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Mercury teaching Cupid to read. -- The exquisite taste that regulated all the performances of this great Master, is conspicuous in this Picture. An uncommon delicacy of Sentiment pervades every thing from his pencil; and the observer feels delighted when he contemplates the tenderness and beauty with which every part is united. Leaning on the projecting part of a Rock, is a winged Female, probably meant to represent the Genius of Beauty presiding over the Lessons of Love; for in her left hand she holds the Bow, his formidable weapon; and her right hand is directed to him, indicating that he is one day to have the dominion over it in fatal archery. The whole Composition is a combination of graceful elegance and delicate execution. It has ever been considered as a principal Work of its great Author; and accordingly placed in the highest rank in the Orleans' Collection, from whence it was judiciously selected (Correggio)|Mercury teaching Cupid to read. -- The exquisite taste that regulated all the performances of this great Master, is conspicuous in this Picture. An uncommon delicacy of Sentiment pervades every thing from his pencil; and the observer feels delighted when he contemplates the tenderness and beauty with which every part is united. Leaning on the projecting part of a Rock, is a winged Female, probably meant to represent the Genius of Beauty presiding over the Lessons of Love; for in her left hand she holds the Bow, his formidable weapon; and her right hand is directed to him, indicating that he is one day to have the dominion over it in fatal archery. The whole Composition is a combination of graceful elegance and delicate execution. It has ever been considered as a principal Work of its great Author; and accordingly placed in the highest rank in the Orleans' Collection, from whence it was judiciously selected]] réalisée par Correggio, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 199.10 £. [33]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Birth of Bacchus. -- What Virgil is in Poetry, Poussin is in Painting: whatever he undertakes, he performs with an air of majesty. -- Rich, but pure; ample, but not overcharged; sweetly delicate in description, at the same time strongly interesting, by the force of expressions, this graphic Poet arrests attention, and commands admiration. In this Picture, -- so highly estimated by our Rivals in Arts, when it held a dignified place in the Orleans' Gallery, -- is seen Mercury delivering the Infant Bacchus to the care of the Nymph Ino; other Nymphs and Naiads are gazing with attention at the young Stranger: -- on the border of the River, crowned with Flowers, lies, inanimate, the unfortunate self-enamoured Narcissus; and the Nymph Echo, changed by grief to stone, is placed near the object of her tender affection: -- in the Clouds, the Father of the Gods, recumbent on a Couch, receives ambrosia from the hand of Hebe; and, in a cluster of Trees, seated on an eminence, the rural Deity, Pan, is celebrating the Nativity of the God to whom he is to be subordinate. The whole is a constellation of beauty: and whether considered, in point of invention, gracefulness of design, harmony of colour, or of classic knowledge and arrangement, there is but one term to apply to each, and that is -- Excellent! (Nicolo Poussin)|The Birth of Bacchus. -- What Virgil is in Poetry, Poussin is in Painting: whatever he undertakes, he performs with an air of majesty. -- Rich, but pure; ample, but not overcharged; sweetly delicate in description, at the same time strongly interesting, by the force of expressions, this graphic Poet arrests attention, and commands admiration. In this Picture, -- so highly estimated by our Rivals in Arts, when it held a dignified place in the Orleans' Gallery, -- is seen Mercury delivering the Infant Bacchus to the care of the Nymph Ino; other Nymphs and Naiads are gazing with attention at the young Stranger: -- on the border of the River, crowned with Flowers, lies, inanimate, the unfortunate self-enamoured Narcissus; and the Nymph Echo, changed by grief to stone, is placed near the object of her tender affection: -- in the Clouds, the Father of the Gods, recumbent on a Couch, receives ambrosia from the hand of Hebe; and, in a cluster of Trees, seated on an eminence, the rural Deity, Pan, is celebrating the Nativity of the God to whom he is to be subordinate. The whole is a constellation of beauty: and whether considered, in point of invention, gracefulness of design, harmony of colour, or of classic knowledge and arrangement, there is but one term to apply to each, and that is -- Excellent!]] réalisée par Nicolo Poussin, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 294.0 £. [34]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Cattle and Figures, in a Landscape. -- The rarity of this Master's Pictures is enhanced by the high estimation in which they are held by all their possessors; and it is accounted a point of honour with families in the Low Countries to recover such as have, by circumstances, escaped from their Collections. Actuated by such feelings, the descendant of the original Proprietor of this Picture sent some years ago, offering any sum for its recovery; but fortunately our countrymen know equally well how to appreciate such excellence, and are too high spirited to exchange a rare and exquisite Gem, like this, for sordid considerations. In this incomparable Picture is united every beauty that the most insatiate lover of Nature can desire. What in other Artists would be dwelt upon with delight as the chief excellence of the work, the correct delineation of Animal forms, becomes, -- so natural is the Portraiture, -- a secondary contemplation: the mind, led by the magical effects of the Perspective, is carried out into the distant country with such pleasing illusion, that it only returns to satisfy itself after the deception, by an observance of what it may consider a recompense for the deceit -- the examination of parts that seem only Nature diminished. The transparency of the Water, the tranquility of the Animals ruminating on the Banks, and reflected from it; the naive character of the Herdsman in conversation with the Woman milking; and the Horse on the Bank, standing under the Shade of a Tree, and the Sheep brousing near him; are so many happy coincidences united and combined with the utmost felicity. It is a Pearl worthy of great price; whose excellencies may be said to mock censure and transcend praise (Paul Potter)|Cattle and Figures, in a Landscape. -- The rarity of this Master's Pictures is enhanced by the high estimation in which they are held by all their possessors; and it is accounted a point of honour with families in the Low Countries to recover such as have, by circumstances, escaped from their Collections. Actuated by such feelings, the descendant of the original Proprietor of this Picture sent some years ago, offering any sum for its recovery; but fortunately our countrymen know equally well how to appreciate such excellence, and are too high spirited to exchange a rare and exquisite Gem, like this, for sordid considerations. In this incomparable Picture is united every beauty that the most insatiate lover of Nature can desire. What in other Artists would be dwelt upon with delight as the chief excellence of the work, the correct delineation of Animal forms, becomes, -- so natural is the Portraiture, -- a secondary contemplation: the mind, led by the magical effects of the Perspective, is carried out into the distant country with such pleasing illusion, that it only returns to satisfy itself after the deception, by an observance of what it may consider a recompense for the deceit -- the examination of parts that seem only Nature diminished. The transparency of the Water, the tranquility of the Animals ruminating on the Banks, and reflected from it; the naive character of the Herdsman in conversation with the Woman milking; and the Horse on the Bank, standing under the Shade of a Tree, and the Sheep brousing near him; are so many happy coincidences united and combined with the utmost felicity. It is a Pearl worthy of great price; whose excellencies may be said to mock censure and transcend praise]] réalisée par Paul Potter, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 698.5 £. [35]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Landscape. -- This captivating Picture represents a View near Antwerp. To an attentive observance of Nature, Hobbima joined the finest arrangement and skill of his Art. Whatever was strikingly Picturesque in the one, he enlivened and enforced by the power of the other. His particular delineations show his attention to the objects, and the general effect of the Composition proves how judiciously he could assemble and dispose those objects, to compose a beautiful whole. The delicately broken grounds of this charming Picture; the freely touched and airy Trees, arranged in beautiful irregularity, leading the eye through a Vista that deludes the mind most agreeably with its deception; the buoyant Clouds refelecting a sober Light on the Landscape below; the embosomed Cottages; the animated Figures occupying the various parts; and the chiaro-scuro that seems to owe nothing to skill, but as merely the result of such a Scene copied from Nature; are such combinations, as entitle it to be pronounced not only a Chef-d'oeuvre of this Master, but of Art itself...The poem which follows has been omitted (Hobbima)|A Landscape. -- This captivating Picture represents a View near Antwerp. To an attentive observance of Nature, Hobbima joined the finest arrangement and skill of his Art. Whatever was strikingly Picturesque in the one, he enlivened and enforced by the power of the other. His particular delineations show his attention to the objects, and the general effect of the Composition proves how judiciously he could assemble and dispose those objects, to compose a beautiful whole. The delicately broken grounds of this charming Picture; the freely touched and airy Trees, arranged in beautiful irregularity, leading the eye through a Vista that deludes the mind most agreeably with its deception; the buoyant Clouds refelecting a sober Light on the Landscape below; the embosomed Cottages; the animated Figures occupying the various parts; and the chiaro-scuro that seems to owe nothing to skill, but as merely the result of such a Scene copied from Nature; are such combinations, as entitle it to be pronounced not only a Chef-d'oeuvre of this Master, but of Art itself...The poem which follows has been omitted]] réalisée par Hobbima, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Woodburn au prix de 514.10 £. [36]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Larder. -- Fruits, Game, and live Animals, fill the principal part of this Picture. A lovely Boy is helping himself to some tempting Grapes, but is restrained by his Mother, who is entering with a salver of Lemons. -- The versatility of Ruben's powers prompted him to excel in every delineation of his Art. In him every Painter found a rival or a sovereign. He dared with Buonarotti, and he dictated with Snyders. Whatever belonged to imagination, was compassed by his pencil; and whatever was the province of observant attention and mechanical execution, was subservient to his hand -- equally true and faithful in the one, as he was sublimely astonishing in the other. Fruits, Flowers, and Animals, receive from him the same perfection in appearance, as from the more laborious application of those whose ambition never led them to aspire beyond still life. Superadded to his faithful portraitures of the subjects, he throws a masterly illusion around, that deceives the mind into a belief of their reality. The whole is accomplished with the greatest felicity, and presents a treat both for the Gastronomic and Picturesque Epicure. -- This celebrated Performance is from the Collection of Sir Gregory Page, Bart. (Rubens)|The Larder. -- Fruits, Game, and live Animals, fill the principal part of this Picture. A lovely Boy is helping himself to some tempting Grapes, but is restrained by his Mother, who is entering with a salver of Lemons. -- The versatility of Ruben's powers prompted him to excel in every delineation of his Art. In him every Painter found a rival or a sovereign. He dared with Buonarotti, and he dictated with Snyders. Whatever belonged to imagination, was compassed by his pencil; and whatever was the province of observant attention and mechanical execution, was subservient to his hand -- equally true and faithful in the one, as he was sublimely astonishing in the other. Fruits, Flowers, and Animals, receive from him the same perfection in appearance, as from the more laborious application of those whose ambition never led them to aspire beyond still life. Superadded to his faithful portraitures of the subjects, he throws a masterly illusion around, that deceives the mind into a belief of their reality. The whole is accomplished with the greatest felicity, and presents a treat both for the Gastronomic and Picturesque Epicure. -- This celebrated Performance is from the Collection of Sir Gregory Page, Bart.]] réalisée par Rubens, vendue par John Willett Willett, achetée par Baker au prix de 294.0 £. [37]
  • 1813.06.02/ maison de ventes : Coxe (Peter). Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Saint Roche invoking the Virgin. -- This grand Gallery Picture represents the Virgin appearing in the Clouds, surrounded by Cherubim, upholding the Infant Jesus with her right hand, and extending her Mantle with the left over the Saint, who is kneeling in fervent devotion: his left thigh uncovered, shows the mark of the malady with which he is struck; -- a circumstance that led to his adoption as the Patron of those who are unfortunately suffering under the same affliction. The grandeur of the Caracci's style has been the admiration of every judicious observer. Disdaining the use of meretricious ornament to seduce vulgar applause, they founded their claims to approbation on those sterling beauties which have their foundation in truth and nature. But of all the Caracci, Annibal ranks foremost for fire, boldness, and originality. His Works possess the greatness of Buonaroti, with much of the sweetness of Coreggio, and in correctness of Delineation and propriety of Costume, perhaps he excels both. This noble Specimen of his powers was placed in one of the Chapels of Saint Eustathius at Paris: but the Regent Duke of Orleans by authority, money, and an excellent Copy, translated it to his celebrated Collection, where it was considered a chief ornament. The present Ruler of France, it is understood, is anxious to obtain this Treasure, and restore it to the Country for which it was painted; but is is hoped the British spirit and liberality will foil him in this as well as his other ambitions designs. It is, indeed, an object worthy the liberal contest of nations; and would, perhaps, be well disposed of, if placed, in a situation accessible to young Artists, as a Model for their imitation, and a School for their instruction (Annibal Caracci)|Saint Roche invoking the Virgin. -- This grand Gallery Picture represents the Virgin appearing in the Clouds, surrounded by Cherubim, upholding the Infant Jesus with her right hand, and extending her Mantle with the left over the Saint, who is kneeling in fervent devotion: his left thigh uncovered, shows the mark of the malady with which he is struck; -- a circumstance that led to his adoption as the Patron of those who are unfortunately suffering under the same affliction. The grandeur of the Caracci's style has been the admiration of every judicious observer. Disdaining the use of meretricious ornament to seduce vulgar applause, they founded their claims to approbation on those sterling beauties which have their foundation in truth and nature. But of all the Caracci, Annibal ranks foremost for fire, boldness, and originality. His Works possess the greatness of Buonaroti, with much of the sweetness of Coreggio, and in correctness of Delineation and propriety of Costume, perhaps he excels both. This noble Specimen of his powers was placed in one of the Chapels of Saint Eustathius at Paris: but the Regent Duke of Orleans by authority, money, and an excellent Copy, translated it to his celebrated Collection, where it was considered a chief ornament. The present Ruler of France, it is understood, is anxious to obtain this Treasure, and restore it to the Country for which it was painted; but is is hoped the British spirit and liberality will foil him in this as well as his other ambitions designs. It is, indeed, an object worthy the liberal contest of nations; and would, perhaps, be well disposed of, if placed, in a situation accessible to young Artists, as a Model for their imitation, and a School for their instruction]] réalisée par Annibal Caracci, vendue par John Willett Willett au prix de 194.5 £. [38]
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