Study of Burdock Leaves overhanging a Stream, September 1811

Study of Burdock Leaves overhanging a Stream, September 1811

Study of Burdock Leaves overhanging a Stream, September 1811

Category

Still lifes

Reference

3038

William Derby (1786-1847)
Study of Burdock Leaves overhanging a Stream, September 1818

Signed lower right: W. Derby delt and dated lower left: Sep.t 1818
Watercolour over pencil
13.8 by 16.6 cm., 5 ¼ by 6 ½ in.

Provenance:
Cornish Torbock of Crossrigg Hall, Cumbria (1905-1993);
Bought from Martyn Gregory Gallery, London;
Private Collection until 2024

This is a rare study from nature by William Derby. Born in Birmingham he came to London in 1808. He is best known for his portraits and miniatures and he also copied the works of other artists.