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Water Colour Caricatures
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Water Colour Caricatures

19th century
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These are a pair of 19th century water colour caricatures, which are signed and dated 'TS Roma 1826'. They have been drawn and painted in the style of Thomas Rowlandson, who was a famous caricaturist of the period.

Measurements (The two pictures alter very slightly in height):

H: 45cm / 44cm

W: 31cm

D: 1.75cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Carlton House Antiques has dated these Framed Regency Watercolour Caricatures to the 19th Century.

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SA470802
Dealers Internal Reference
088
Description
These are a pair of 19th century water colour caricatures, which are signed and dated 'TS Roma 1826'.
They have been drawn and painted in the style of Thomas Rowlandson, who was a famous caricaturist of the period.
Carlton House Antiques

Measurements (The two pictures alter very slightly in height):

H: 45cm / 44cm

W: 31cm

D: 1.75cm

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Carlton House Antiques has dated these Framed Regency Watercolour Caricatures to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA470802
Dealers Internal Ref
088
Carlton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2016
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Two early nineteenth-century watercolour caricatures depicting social gatherings, presented in a dual-aperture cream mount and thin gilt wooden frame.
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Archive I Two early nineteenth-century watercolour caricatures depicting social gatherings, presented in a dual-aperture cream mount and thin gilt wooden frame.

Water Colour Caricatures

Archive II Two early nineteenth-century watercolour caricatures depicting social gatherings, presented in a dual-aperture cream mount and thin gilt wooden frame. View II
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Verified Since Jun 2016
Items For Sale 87
Items Sold 27
Carlton House Antiques
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Two early nineteenth-century watercolour caricatures depicting social gatherings, presented in a dual-aperture cream mount and thin gilt wooden frame.
Water colour caricatures
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Two early nineteenth-century watercolour caricatures depicting social gatherings, presented in a dual-aperture cream mount and thin gilt wooden frame.
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Satirical caricatures from the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries were popular works on paper that offered commentary on social etiquette, fashion, politics, and daily life. Executed in watercolour and ink, these pieces often featured exaggerated figures in contemporary dress engaged in public or private gatherings.

Artisans used rag-based paper, graphite underdrawing, and natural earth or mineral pigments dissolved in gum arabic watercolours. Frames were typically constructed from carved wood with water gilding or oil gilding applied over red or yellow clay bole.

Authentic period pieces exhibit characteristic signs of age, including natural foxing or toning on the paper, plate impressions if combined with etching, and hand-applied watercolour washes that differ from modern printing dots. Original gilt frames from the period often show light craquelure or wear to the gilded surface.

These framed works fit well into classic gallery walls alongside oil paintings, architectural drawings, or botanical prints. Positioning them in study spaces, hallways, or libraries creates an engaging point of visual interest without overwhelming surrounding contemporary furnishings.

Display watercolours away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent fading and paper degradation. Ensure the artwork is mounted using acid-free board and UV-protective glass, and clean the glass frame using a dry microfiber cloth rather than liquid sprays.
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