William Page, Temple of Hercules, Sicily, Watercolour

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An original early 19th-century watercolour painting – William Page, Temple of Hercules, Sicily.A fine drawing in brown wash by William … Read more An original early 19th-century watercolour painting – William Page, Temple of Hercules, Sicily.A fine drawing in brown wash by William Page (1794–1872) showing the ruins of the Temple of Hercules in Agrigento, Sicily.The drawing is similar to Page's depiction of Constantinople in the V&A (SD.749), being on the same rough paper of matching sheet size, with a pinhole to each corner of the image, and having the same style of capitalised title lettering (in this case, on the verso).Details of Page's travels are limited, but he is thought to have travelled to Greece and Asia Minor in 1819–21, and perhaps returned in 1826–31. He is presumed to have travelled extensively in Italy—his known oeuvre includes many Italian subjects, but this appears to be a rare example of Page painting in Sicily.This painting is one of an interesting collection of works by / attributed to William Page that we have for sale.In brown wash over pencil on rough paper. Dimensions: Height: 11.6cm (4.57") Width: 17.8cm (7.01")Presented: Unframed.Medium: WatercolourAge: Early 19th-centurySigned: No.Inscribed: Inscribed lower centre and verso.Dated: --Condition: Overall in good condition for its age. Some minor age toning and marks. Please see photos for detail. See less