Study of a putto, seen from behind, amid vine leaves and tendrils, after Raphael's tapestry cartoon for 'The Healing of the Lame Man.' Inscribed verso 'September 7 1751'. Made by Joseph Wright of Derby (1734 - 1797). Red chalk on blue paper, in cream window mount.

Exhibitions:

  • 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

  • Raphael (After)

    Display Date: Italian, 1483 - 1520

    Nationality: Italian

    Biography: Italian painter

  • Wright, Joseph (Artist)

    Display Date: British, 1734 - 1797

    Nationality: British

    Biography: British artist.

Study of a Putto, Amid Vine Leaves and Tendrils, after Raphael's Tapestry Cartoon for 'The Healing of the Lame Man'

Date: 1751

Medium: red chalk on blue paper

Object Type:drawing
Dimensions:Support: 375 x 194 mm (14 3/4 x 7 5/8 in.)
Inscriptions:'September 7 1751' verso.
Provenance:Purchased from David Posnett, Leger Galleries Ltd., 1996.
Viewing Status:Contact Us
Item Ref:1996-1/14
Item Ref:1996-1/14