Study of a woodland landscape, the central focus being a group of trees growing upon a bank of rock. Inscribed to recto, lower right: 'J Wright', and verso: 'An origina sketch by Josh. Wright Esqr.' The edges of the sheet are rough and the lower left corner is missing. Made by Joseph Wright (1734 - 1797). Ink and grey ink wash over pencil on paper. In cream window mount.

Exhibitions:

  • Title: Paintings by Joseph Wright, A.R.A., commonly called "Wright of Derby", together with some Original Drawings, and a Complete Collection of Prints after his Works
    Dates: from 06/10/1883 to 06/10/1883
  • Title: Wright of Derby: The Bi-centenary Exhibition of Paintings by Joseph Wright
    Dates: from 03/09/1934 to 18/11/1934
  • Title: Joseph Wright of Derby 1734-1797
    Dates: from 21/06/1997 to 28/09/1997

Publications

  • Title: Joseph Wright of Derby 1734 - 1797
    Sub-Title: An introduction to the work of Joseph Wright of Derby with a catalogue of drawings held by Derby Museum and Art Gallery. Published on the occasion of an exhibition commemorating the Bicentenary of the artist's death.
    Published Place: Derby
    Published Year: 1997

Related People

  • Wright, Joseph (Artist)

    Display Date: British, 1734 - 1797

    Nationality: British

    Biography: British artist.

Study of Rocks and Trees

Date: ? 1774

Medium: Ink and grey ink wash over pencil on paper

Object Type:Drawing
Dimensions:Support: 368 x 533 mm (14 1/2 x 21 in.)
Inscriptions:Inscribed to recto, lower right: 'J Wright' and verso: 'An original sketch by Josh. Wright Esqr.'
Provenance:Dr H. W. Pooler, of Over Asher, Ashover, Derbyshire; by whom donated to Derby Museums in 1943.
Viewing Status:Contact Us
Item Ref:1943-967
Item Ref:1943-967
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