John Inigo Richards RA (Attributed), Landscape With Country Track, Figures, Cottages & Far-Reaching View

John Inigo Richards RA (Attributed), Landscape With Country Track, Figures, Cottages & Far-Reaching ViewThis late 18th century gouache by British artist John Inigo Richards RA (1731 1810) depicts a picturesque landscape with track, figures and distant cottages. Immersed in the raucous drama of Londons 18th century theatre scene, Inigo Richards sought solace in the British countryside. As the principal scene painter at Covent Garden Theatre, his bucolic backdrops brought colour and context to numerous plays featuring leading actors. For inspiration, hed

Medium: Oil on canvasOverall size: 21½” x 18” / 55cm x 46cmYear of creation: c

It’s possible that his grandmother had recently passed away - was this her home

inspired by the free-thinkers of the past

it’s plausible that the painting was initially intended as decoration - maybe even for a passenger ship

Note how the figure on the cart is leaning backwards to balance as he travels on the track

Willem Roelofs (1822–1897)

such as the ring on his right hand

a Romani sub-group stemming from Spain and Portugal

Medium: Oil on canvasOverall size: 18” x 24” / 45cm x 61cmYear of creation: c

1934Condition: Artwork presents well

An ancient ruin creates a conspicuous focal point

He was primarily known as one of Sweden’s most foremost silhouette portraitists