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A view of Krakatoa: 276

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Titles

A view of Krakatoa

Maker(s)

Draughtsman: Webber, John (Attributed to)

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Description

Previously called 'Scene in Otaheite'

Measurements and weight

Height: 230 mm
Width: 297 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1834) by Mesman, Daniel

Note

Previously catalogued as 'English School, late 18th C.'

School or Style

British

Materials used in production

Wash
Varnish
Oil paint

Components of the work

Support composed of paper

Techniques used in production

Drawing (image-making) : Pen, with wash an oil paint on paper, varnished over

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: View in Otaheite
  • Location: Verso
  • Method of creation: Sepia ink
  • Text: 2d Act /Sc.5
  • Location: Verso
  • Method of creation: Black ink

Identification numbers

Accession number: 276
Primary reference Number: 8061

Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 18 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Paintings, Drawings and Prints

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