{"product_id":"cornelius-pearson-1805-1891-on-the-mawddach-nr-dolgelly-signed-dated-1857","title":"Cornelius Pearson (1805–1891) – “On the Mawddach, Nr Dolgelly” – Signed \u0026 Dated 1857","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully atmospheric mid-19th century watercolour by listed British landscape painter Cornelius Pearson, depicting the tranquil Mawddach Estuary near Dolgellau in North Wales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExecuted in delicate muted tones, the composition captures the still waters and mountainous backdrop of the Mawddach with grazing cattle in the shallows, demonstrating Pearson’s highly regarded ability to convey light, distance and atmosphere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe work is signed and dated 1857 and retains labels verso from previous galleries and framers, adding to its provenance and history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist: Cornelius Pearson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: On the Mawddach, Nr Dolgelly (Dolgellau)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium: Watercolour on paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigned \u0026amp; dated: 1857\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject: Welsh landscape \/ Mawddach Estuary near Dolgellau\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresentation: Framed and glazed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabels: Various labels and inscriptions verso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisible painting size: approx. 35 x 12 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFramed size: approx. 52 x 29 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition overall for age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe watercolour displays well with pleasing colour and tone. Minor age-related wear to frame and mount commensurate with age. Please study photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist Biography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCornelius Pearson was a British landscape painter and watercolourist born in Manchester in 1805. He became particularly known for his atmospheric depictions of the English Lake District and North Wales, often painting mountainous scenery, lakes and estuaries with remarkable delicacy and light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePearson exhibited widely during the 19th century, including at the Royal Academy, the British Institution and other major provincial exhibitions. His works are represented in public collections, and he remains regarded as an accomplished Victorian landscape painter whose works are sought after for their peaceful rural character and refined technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming and highly decorative Victorian watercolour with strong Welsh interest, ready to hang.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease feel free to message with any questions or requests for additional photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarity Antiques \u0026 Interiors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52403797950746,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/7087\/5674\/files\/IMG_1452_3056495c-2a85-4bf1-a25a-cac7106385f7.jpg?v=1782647978","url":"https:\/\/rarityantiques.co.uk\/fr\/products\/cornelius-pearson-1805-1891-on-the-mawddach-nr-dolgelly-signed-dated-1857","provider":"Rarity Antiques \u0026 Interiors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}