John Doyle (1797-1868)
The Throne in Danger 1828
Pen and ink over pencil, coloured with watercolour. Some changes made to the design in brush. | 22.8 x 28.5 cm (sheet of paper) | RCIN 917823
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A drawing of George IV seated on a throne and the Duke of Wellington standing before him with upraised sword. A woman, probably George's mistress Lady Conyngham, peeps through curtains behind the throne. The figure of Wellington has significant pentimenti - his arms are sketched in a number of positions. On the verso, the main lines are reinforced in brush and ink. A preparatory drawing for 'The t---ne in danger' published by Thomas McLean in February 1828, which was etched by William Heath.
Provenance
Collection of Henry Scipio Reitlinger (his mark, Lugt 2274a, on the verso); purchased by HM Queen Elizabeth II 27 April 1957
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Medium and techniques
Pen and ink over pencil, coloured with watercolour. Some changes made to the design in brush.
Measurements
22.8 x 28.5 cm (sheet of paper)
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Other number(s)
RL 17823
