Seabeach, Brighton by John Constable (and David Lucas 1802-1881), 1776-1837

John Constable (and David Lucas 1802-1881), 1776-1837
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Seabeach, Brighton

Mezzotint with touches of drypoint and engraving,in black ink. 1829(?)/30. Rare early proof of the completed image, before the reworking of the head of the figure and before other retouching; before all lettering. Before the first issued edition in English Landscape Scenery', part II 1830. Special proof with the india paper removed in the margin area by the artist, but with the image on india.

Ref: Shirley Mezzotints of David Lucas after Constable 17, unrecorded progress proof state between h and i. With an early inscription as an 'engraver's proof'. Extremely fine rich proof impression. On laid india (chine appliqué) - see note above. Excellent condition; very slight
trace of time soiling in the margins. Full margins. Sheet: 11 x 17 ins. Plate:7 3/8 x10ins. Image:5 3/8 x8 1/2 139x216m

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The extraordinary tonal range which Constable and Lucas achieved in the English Landscape Scenery mezzotints is brilliantly expressed in this study of rough sea off the beach at Brighton. It is a proof before the reworking on the head of the fisherman mending his nets, and before other retouching to the plate.

See also notes on Constable in Summer EveningandYarmouth, Norfolk