Attrib. John Coney (English, 1786- 1833) "Westminster Abbey" Watercolor On Paper Painting

Attrib. John Coney (English, 1786- 1833) "Westminster Abbey" Watercolor On Paper Painting
19th Cent., English
This watercolor work depicts the Gothic interior of Edward the Confessor's Chapel inside Westminster Abbey. The artwork is attributed to John Coney, an English architectural draughtsman and engraver celebrated for his hyper-detailed, atmospheric mixed-media illustrations of Europe's grandest Gothic cathedrals and abbeys. This piece is attributed to him since it matches a documented, similar composition Coney created around 1817. Additionally, the piece displays his technical hallmarks: razor-thin, hyper-detailed graphite underdrawing used to capture intricate architectural traceries, and precise ink lines overlaid with muted sepia, grey, and amber watercolor washes to create a dramatic, atmospheric effect. The piece is housed in a period-accurate, gilded wood frame.
Frame: L: 36" W: 31 1/4" / Painting: L: 19" W: 14 1/2"
Condition
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