Tivoli: The Great Cascade
Watercolour
1758 (painted)
1758 (painted)
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Many British artists painted the wonderful views in and around Rome. They often sold them as souvenirs. Jonathan Skelton (active 1735-1759) was one of the first artists to depict sites of the Grand Tour. In the 18th century many noblemen and gentlemen went on the Grand Tour to complete their education. The aim was to see the great sights of Europe, especially those in Italy. This watercolour was probably a study for an oil painting.
Object details
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| Title | Tivoli: The Great Cascade (popular title) |
| Materials and techniques | Watercolour, pen and ink |
| Brief description | Watercolour, 'Tivoli: The Great Cascade' by Jonathan Skelton, 1758. |
| Physical description | Watercolour entitled 'Tivoli: The Great Cascade' in Rome. Signed and dated by the artist. |
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| Marks and inscriptions | Great Cascade at Tivoli / J Skelton 1758 (Inscribed on the back in ink) |
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| Summary | Many British artists painted the wonderful views in and around Rome. They often sold them as souvenirs. Jonathan Skelton (active 1735-1759) was one of the first artists to depict sites of the Grand Tour. In the 18th century many noblemen and gentlemen went on the Grand Tour to complete their education. The aim was to see the great sights of Europe, especially those in Italy. This watercolour was probably a study for an oil painting. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | P.12-1925 |
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| Record created | January 29, 2003 |
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