Aquatint Collection (#100)

GEORGE WHITEFIELD (1714-70). English evangelist. Aquatint, c1800

NATIVE AMERICAN CAMP, 1844. Encampment of the Piekann Native Americans. Aquatint engraving, 1844, after Karl Bodmer

COMTE DE LA PEROUSE (1741-1788). Jean Francois de Galaup. French explorer. Aquatint, English, c1830

CHARLES M. DE LA CONDAMINE (1701-1774). French traveller and geographer. Aquatint engraving, 1827

WAR OF 1812: SEA BATTLE. The engagement between USS Constitution and HMS Java off the coast of Brazil on 29 December 1812. Aquatint engraving, French, c1813

MAJOR STEPHEN H. LONG. Major Long treating with the Pawnee Native Americans during his expedition to the Rocky Mountains in 1819-20. Aquatint engraving, 1823

RENE DESCARTES (1596-1650). French mathematician and philosopher. Descartes at the court of Queen Christina of Sweden. Aquatint, early 19th century

METHODIST CAMP MEETING. Camp meeting of the Methodists in North America. Aquatint engraving, 1819

BATTLE OF NEW ORLEANS, 1815. A Correct View of the Battle Near the City of New Orleans on 8 January 1815 showing the slain British commander, Major General Sir Edward Pakenham

NEW HARMONY, 1844. Communal society on the bank of the Wabash River in Indiana: aquatint engraving, 1844, after Karl Bodmer

GIOVANNI BOCCACCIO (1313-1375). Italian writer. Aquatint, German, 1819

SILAS DEANE (1737-1789). American lawyer and diplomat. Aquatint engraving, 1783

CAMP MEETING, 1819. American Methodists proceeding to their Camp Meeting. Aquatint, English, 1819, after Jacques G

BODMER: SCALP DANCE, 1844. Scalp Dance of the Minitarris. Aquatint engraving, 1844, after Karl Bodmer

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE, 1791. Set models for The Magic Flute ( Die Zauberfl├Âte ). Staging for the trials by fire and water for a production at Munich in 1793. Aquatint engraving, 18th century

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE. Set models for Wolfgang Amadeus Mozarts The Magic Flute ( Die Zauberfl├Âte ). Papageno gives his birds to the Queen of the Nights attendants and Tamino stands at left

BUTTER CHURN, 1805. A dairymaid churning butter. English aquatint engraving, 1805

PARIS OCCUPATION, 1814. The Occupation of Paris, 1814. English Visitor in the Palais Royal, from a French point of view. Satirical 19th century English aquatint

CASSATT: LA TOILETTE, 1891. Drypoint and aquatint by Mary Cassatt

Aquatint / Country / Morning
Morning The man goes off with his dog leaving the woman at their cottage doing the washing

Kew Bridge Aquatint
Kew Bridge seen from Strand- on-the-green, with a variety of boats including a state barge and a sailing vessel

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Aquatint: Capturing the Essence of Artistic Expression From Edvard Munch's iconic masterpiece "The Kiss" to George Stephenson's groundbreaking locomotive "The Rocket, " aquatint has played a significant role in immortalizing these remarkable creations. This printmaking technique, often combined with drypoint, allows artists to achieve stunning tonal variations and depth in their works. Nicholas Pocock's maritime scenes like "The Speedy and El Gamo" come alive through the intricate lines and delicate shading achieved by aquatint. Similarly, Francisco de Goya's darkly satirical series "Los Caprichos" showcases his mastery of this technique as he delves into the complexities of human nature. In historical depictions such as the Battle of New Orleans or Telford's suspension bridge across Menai Straits, aquatint breathes life into these monumental events. The meticulous detailing captures every nuance, transporting viewers back in time to experience these moments firsthand. Not limited to grand spectacles alone, it also finds its place in capturing everyday beauty. Ambroise Louis Garneray and Frederic Martens' enchanting piece "Peche du Cachalot" portrays the majesty of whale hunting with exquisite precision. Meanwhile, William Daniell transports us to Mevagissey in Cornwall with his evocative depiction from 1825. Even architectural wonders like Christ Church in Spitalfields or Berkeley Square in Mayfair are brought to life through aquatint. The careful etching techniques highlight every intricate detail while maintaining an ethereal quality that adds charm and character to these structures. Whether it is showcasing natural landscapes or man-made marvels like paddle steamers or pelicans soaring above tranquil waters, aquatint continues to captivate art enthusiasts worldwide. Its ability to create rich textures and evoke emotions makes it a timeless medium that stands at the intersection between technical precision and artistic expression.