J. MITCHELL (*1791) after WILKIE (*1785), The errand boy, around 1850, Steel engraving

John Mitchell (1791 - 1852 ) after David Wilkie (1785 - 1841 ): The errand boy, c. 1850, Steel engraving

Technique: Steel engraving on Paper

Inscription: To the left of them, a boy on horseback has just arrived, whom the title identifies as a messenger boy. The content of his message, however, remains uncertain for the viewer.

Date: c. 1850

Description: Inscribed below the depiction "Painted by Sir William Wilkie R.A./Engraved by J. Mitchell". In a courtyard of a peasant house four figures are visible in the foreground. An elderly woman, next to her another woman and a young girl are standing in front of the entrance to the homestead. A chicken pecks in the yard, looking for food.

Keywords: 19th century, Romanticism, Professions, Germany,
Dimensions: Paper: 33,7 cm x 24,8 cm (13,3 x 9,8 in), Depiction: 23,0 cm x 17,1 cm (9,1 x 6,7 in) Artist Name: John Mitchell (1791 - 1852 ) after David Wilkie (1785 - 1841 ) Medium: Steel engraving Notes: Differential taxation according to §25a UStG, art objects/special regulation. VAT for the artwork purchase price is not shown on the invoice. (VAT: Margin Scheme). A buyer's premium of 25% will be charged on all purchases. The buyer's premium includes VAT, but is not shown on the invoice.

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Condition: Good condition. The paper is rubbed in the area of the upper margin, the corners are bumped. The lower corners of the sheet are damaged, the margin is rubbed there. Small tear on the left margin.