Hoveton St. Peter, Norfolk by John Crome, 1768-1821

John Crome, 1768-1821
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Hoveton St. Peter, Norfolk

Original softground etching with touches of pure etching, in black ink. c.1812. Signed with initials in the plate. From the first edition of 60 impressions. As completed by Crome in c.1812, and with no rework. Issued by the artist's widow, 1834. Almost no impressions dating from 1812 are
known.
Ref: Theobald - John Crome no 30,only state, without rework.

Extremely fine tonal impression. On off white laid india (chine appliqué) with a pale cream toned wove backing sheet, as printed. Excellent condition; the faintest sign of an old mount mark. Very good margins. Sheet: 11 x 15 ins. Plate: 6 1/2 x 9 3/8ins (165x239mm)

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