Road Scene near Trowse Hall, Norfolk. by John Crome, 1768-1821

John Crome, 1768-1821
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Road Scene near Trowse Hall, Norfolk.

Original etching in black ink. 1813. From the first edition of 60 impressions. As completed by Crome in 1813 and before any rework. From the edition issued by Mrs Crome, 1834. Almost no impressions are known dating from 1813.
Ref: Theobald - John Crome no 6, second state of three as completed, before retouching and before the added title.

Beautiful silvery impression with delicate contrasts. On off white laid india (chine appliqué) with a cream wove backing sheet. Excellent condition; a tiny thin point on the bottom platemark. With 1 1/2 - 2 1/4ins margins. Sheet: 12 3/4 x 11 1/8ins. Plate:8 7/8x 7 5/8ins (226x194mm)

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A superb example of the marvellous qualities of flickering light and open-air atmosphere which Crome achieved in his finest etchings.

See also the notes on Crome in Back of the New Mills, Norwich.