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An original c.1780 graphite drawing, William Lock the Younger, Soldiers in Armour.A fantastic early study of soldiers in armour by … Read more An original c.1780 graphite drawing, William Lock the Younger, Soldiers in Armour.A fantastic early study of soldiers in armour by William Lock the Younger of Norbury (1767–1847). The figures' pose has a theatrical appearance; this is possibly a study for a Shakespearean or other literary subject. On the verso of the paper are further sketches of a helmeted soldier and drapery.William Lock was a talented draughtsman working in the circle of Henry Fuseli in Rome towards the end of the 18th century, known for his drawings of historical, mythological, biblical and Shakespearean subjects. Sir Horace Walpole was a great admirer of his work and Fuseli described the young Lock's drawings as 'unrivaled by any man of this day … for invention, taste and spirit.'This drawing is one of a collection of Lock's drawings that we have for sale, the cover of which beared the signature of Lock (see photo).Although this drawing is undated, others in the group are dated 1780. This dates the works to early in Lock's adolescence and shows his precocious talent and the early influence of Henry Fuseli.In graphite and brown ink (verso) on laid paper. The sheet is accompanied by a backing sheet in a rough textured buff-coloured paper, which was the corresponding backing page from a folio.Provenance: Covent Garden Gallery. Christie's 2016.All artworks come with a Certificate of Authenticity and in some cases an accompanying text or artist biography. Signed: No. Height: 26cm (10.2″) Width: 16.5cm (6.5″) Condition: The paper has some minor creasing, including a horizontal crease line towards the upper edge, and slight buckling towards the left edge. The edges of the paper are deckled and slightly uneven. On the verso there is a patch of abrasion to the upper left where the paper was laid down on the backing. The backing paper has deckled edges with slight creasing and nicks, as shown, commensurate with age. Presented: Unframed. See less
- Dimensions
- 6.3ʺW × 10.24ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Graphite
- Paper
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs. less
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