Paul Sandby
Rural landscape with a woman on horseback accompanied by a man carrying a bundle; thatched barn among trees in the background to right
About this artwork
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artist:Paul Sandby (1731 - 1809) English
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title:Rural landscape with a woman on horseback accompanied by a man carrying a bundle; thatched barn among trees in the background to right
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date created:About 1740 - 1765
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materials:Etching
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measurements:trimmed: 27.30 x 19.40 cm
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accession number:P 7865
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Paul Sandby
Paul Sandby
Sandby is best known for his topographical and picturesque landscapes in watercolour. He probably learned drawing from his brother Thomas, and like him became a military draughtsman for the Board of Ordnance at the Tower of London. In 1747 Sandby was appointed chief draughtsman to the Military...
