John Wallace Tucker, Figures In A Gorge With Castle Beyond

John Wallace Tucker, Figures In A Gorge With Castle BeyondThis fine mid 19th century landscape painting by British artist John Wallace Tucker (18081869) depicts three figures amid a deep river gorge. The impressive ruins of a medieval castle dominate the view as the light subsides with romantic poignancy. Where do you think this is? Its tempting to say Italy particularly given the subject and stylistic nuances of the design. However, its probably somewhere in Britain, maybe Wales or Exmoor. Tucker was well

portraits and landscapes

The study is housed within a suitable wooden frame and signed in the lower right

Medium: Etching with aquatintOverall size: 21½” x 27½” / 55cm x 70cmYear of creation: 1969Condition: Artwork presents well

This sublime 17th-century portrait by French artist Henri Gascar (1635-1701) depicts Louise de Kerouaille (1649-1734)

on the far left

It’s possible that the street here is located somewhere in the French capital but it could also be in his hometown or Vienna

there are some issues but she’s still fine to hang

David Bates (1840-1921) depicts Moel Siabod

he settled in the Batschka region (Serbia/Hungary) where he enjoyed painting everyday scenes featuring local people

Good overall with no significant issues

Artwork in very good condition overall

there are six works by Barker currently in the Tate Gallery