“Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau”, Edward Theodore Compton (London 1849–1921 Feldafing)
Watercolour on paper. Bears the inscription “E. T. Compton” lower right. View across an Alpine foothill landscape with a body of water towards Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein castles against a mountainous backdrop. The composition was reproduced under the title 'Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau' in J. F. Dickie’s volume 'Germany', illustrated by E. T. Compton and E. Harrison Compton, published in 1912. Paper lightly discoloured, particularly along the visible margins, with isolated spotting. Framed under glass with a mount. Frame with rubbing and small losses to the gilding. Sheet size 26 × 36 cm according to the consignor, frame 43 × 52 cm.
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Watercolour on paper. Bears the inscription “E. T. Compton” lower right. View across an Alpine foothill landscape with a body of water towards Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein castles against a mountainous backdrop. The composition was reproduced under the title 'Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau' in J. F. Dickie’s volume 'Germany', illustrated by E. T. Compton and E. Harrison Compton, published in 1912. Paper lightly discoloured, particularly along the visible margins, with isolated spotting. Framed under glass with a mount. Frame with rubbing and small losses to the gilding. Sheet size 26 × 36 cm according to the consignor, frame 43 × 52 cm.
Condition: II
Reserve
Time, Location
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