Aquatint Collection (page 4)

Gas works for lighting a town or large district. 1: Collapsing gas holder. 2: Retort House
530393 Gas works for lighting a town or large district. 1: Collapsing gas holder. 2: Retort House. 3: Purifying House with lime machine. 4: Director's Office

Cupid, Flora, Ceres and Esculapius honouring the bust of Linnaeus
5856485 Cupid, Flora, Ceres and Esculapius honouring the bust of Linnaeus; (add.info.: Cupid, Flora, Ceres and Esculapius honouring the bust of Linnaeus)

The Superb Lily, Lilium superbum
5856488 The Superb Lily, Lilium superbum; (add.info.: The Superb Lily, Lilium superbum, from north America, engraved by J. P. Quilley after an original painting by Philip Reinagle. From Dr)

The Reading, 1850
3478142 The Reading, 1850; (add.info.: Aquatint titled The Reading depicting three generations listening to a reading from the family bible)

Hauling clinker-built rowing boat
864157 Hauling clinker-built rowing boat; (add.info.: Hauling a clinker-built rowing boat on shore. Aquatint, London, 1821.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Pillory. Four men being punished in the pillory jeered at by a crowd. By this date among crimes punishable by
531373 The Pillory. Four men being punished in the pillory jeered at by a crowd. By this date among crimes punishable by pillory were embezzlement of state property, perjury and swindling

Battle of Trafalgar, 1805 (aquatint)
1579748 Battle of Trafalgar, 1805 (aquatint); (add.info.: Aquatint of the Battle of Trafalgar, the victory to Leeward of the Santissian Trinidad. Print by J. Jeakes)

Tulip varieties from Thornton's "The Temple of Flora"
5856489 Tulip varieties from Thornton's "The Temple of Flora"; (add.info.: Tulip varieties, including the Louis XVI, Washington, La Triomphe Royale, Duchess of Devonshire, Gloria Mundi)

Coloured aquatint depicting a scene in Kattiawar, Travellers and Escort by Clarkson Frederick Stanfield
3521237 Coloured aquatint depicting a scene in Kattiawar, Travellers and Escort by Clarkson Frederick Stanfield; (add.info.: Coloured aquatint depicting a scene in Kattiawar)

Misfortune in the Tulip Hall: Dr Syntax falls over, is bitten by dog, loses wig
531319 Misfortune in the Tulip Hall: Dr Syntax falls over, is bitten by dog, loses wig and has head watered by agitated hostess, and gardener holding watering can looks on in amazement

Limekilns of Clifton near Bristol, Gloucestershire. 1798 (aquatint)
541856 Limekilns of Clifton near Bristol, Gloucestershire. 1798 (aquatint); (add.info.: In the 18th century lime became important for applying to land as a soil improver)

View of an Egyptian Temple, Dendera. Early 19th century (aquatint)
545005 View of an Egyptian Temple, Dendera. Early 19th century (aquatint); Universal History Archive/UIG

The bombardment of Algiers, 1816 (aquatint)
1579753 The bombardment of Algiers, 1816 (aquatint); (add.info.: Aquatint of the bombardment of Algiers. Print by J. C. Stadler. Dated 1816.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Capture of the Java by The Constitution, 1812 (aquatint)
1579750 The Capture of the Java by The Constitution, 1812 (aquatint); (add.info.: Aquatint of the Capture of the Java by The Constitution. Print by R and D. Havell)

Battle of St. Vincent, 1797 (aquatint)
1579734 Battle of St. Vincent, 1797 (aquatint); (add.info.: Aquatint of the Battle of St. Vincent. The beginning of the action, showing the Victory in the foreground. Printed by R. Dodd)

The bombardment of Algiers, 1816 (colour aquatint)
1579752 The bombardment of Algiers, 1816 (colour aquatint); (add.info.: Coloured aquatint of the bombardment of Algiers on the quarterdeck of the Queen Charlotte. Print by J. Jenkins)

The capture of the Guillaume Tell, 1805 (aquatint)
1579741 The capture of the Guillaume Tell, 1805 (aquatint); (add.info.: Aquatint of the capture of the Guillaume Tell and the frigate Penelope raking her from astern. Print by J. Wells)

Shakespeare Jubilee, Stratford-upon-Avon, 6-8 September 1769 organised by the great English actor David Garrick
531328 Shakespeare Jubilee, Stratford-upon-Avon, 6-8 September 1769 organised by the great English actor David Garrick (1717-1779)

Vesuvius during one of its early 19th century eruptions viewed from the Bay of Naples, Italy. 1815 (aquatint)
538784 Vesuvius during one of its early 19th century eruptions viewed from the Bay of Naples, Italy. 1815 (aquatint); (add.info)

The Red Rover. Southampton to London stage coach on its journey. Aquatint c1815
530699 The Red Rover. Southampton to London stage coach on its journey. Aquatint c1815.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Lucius Livius Andronicus, from Illustre poeta, 1826. Creator: Unknown artist
Lucius Livius Andronicus, from Illustre poeta, 1826. Private Collection

British infantry storm the fortress of Ciudad Rodrigo on January 19, 1812, 1815. Private Collection

The Quadrangle, Hampton Court Palace, 1819. Creator: Westall, William (1781-1850)
The Quadrangle, Hampton Court Palace, 1819. Private Collection

The Writers Buildings, Calcutta (image 2 of 3), 1812. Creators: Thomas Daniell, William Daniell
The Writers Buildings, Calcutta (image 2 of 3), 1812. From Oriental Scenery

Au Louvre: la peinture (Mary Cassatt), ca 1879. Creator: Degas, Edgar (1834-1917)
Au Louvre: la peinture (Mary Cassatt), ca 1879. Private Collection

Summer Afternoon, 1895. Creator: Hans am Ende
Summer Afternoon, 1895

The Roman Baths, ca 1735. Creator: Joli, Antonio (1700-1777)
The Roman Baths, ca 1735. Private Collection

Napakiang, or Naha estuary. From "Account of a Voyage of Discovery to the West Coast of Corea, and the Great Loo-Choo Island" by, 1818. Private Collection

Horse Training, 1788. Creator: Wilhelm von Kobell
Horse Training, 1788

The Celebration of High Mass, c. 1776. Creator: Katharina Prestel
The Celebration of High Mass, c. 1776

Rudolph of Habsburg and the Priest, 1809. Creator: Karl Russ
Rudolph of Habsburg and the Priest, 1809

Teatro Filarmonico di Verona, 1730s. Creator: Bibiena, Francesco (1659-1739)
Teatro Filarmonico di Verona, 1730s. Private Collection

Un Miracle (A Miracle), 1874. Creator: Mose, Bianchi
Un Miracle (A Miracle), 1874

Two Peasant Girls, c. 1900. Creator: Paula Modersohn-Becker
Two Peasant Girls, c. 1900

Interior of a Roman Villa, 1765. Creator: Jean Claude Richard Saint-Non
Interior of a Roman Villa, 1765

Eros and Psyche, 1766. Creator: Jean Claude Richard Saint-Non
Eros and Psyche, 1766

Title Page: Oval Design from the Church of San Michele de Bosco, Bologna, 1772. Creator: Jean Claude Richard Saint-Non
Title Page: Oval Design from the Church of San Michele de Bosco, Bologna, 1772

The Mail Coach in a Flood, 1827. Creator: F Rosenbourg
The Mail Coach in a Flood, 1827. A female passenger lifts her skirts out of the water as a dog swims alongside

The West Gate of Cardiff in Glamorganshire, 1776. Creator: Paul Sandby
The West Gate of Cardiff in Glamorganshire, 1776. From a series of views in Wales

Bonaparte Reviewing the Consular Guard (La Revue du Quintidi). Creator: Charles Turner
Bonaparte Reviewing the Consular Guard (La Revue du Quintidi)

An Old Dam Near Montrose, 1891. Creator: James David Smillie
An Old Dam Near Montrose, 1891

Untitled (Experiment?Wet Aquatint), 1890. Creator: James David Smillie
Untitled (Experiment?Wet Aquatint), 1890

The Stilts, n.d. Creator: Louis Marin Bonnet
The Stilts, n.d

Wentworth, Yorkshire, 1803. Creators: William Holl I, Samuel Porter
Wentworth, Yorkshire, 1803. Lift-the-flap illustration of Wentworth Woodhouse, an 18th century country house in South Yorkshire

Approach to Christmas, n.d. Creator: George Hunt
Approach to Christmas, n.d. Norwich-London stagecoach with passengers, Christmas tree, poultry and game

Celebration of the Fourth of June at Eton, 1837. Creator: C. O. Lewis
Celebration of the Fourth of June at Eton, 1837. Regatta on the River Thames, with Windsor Castle in the distance as the boys of Eton College celebrate the birthday of George III

An Old Dam Near Montrose, 1891. Creator: James David Smillie
An Old Dam Near Montrose, 1891

Beethoven's death room in the "Schwarzspanierhaus" in Vienna, 1827. Private Collection

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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.