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Charles Edmund Brock
Rare Early 20th C. Watercolor -- Pendennis, Captain Costigan and Miss Fothering

1910

About the Item

An fine period watercolor, dated 1910, an illustration by Charles Edmund Brock (English, 1870-1938). This, from a semi-autobiographical novel written by William Makepeace Thackeray, "Pendennis", in full "The History of Pendennis: His Fortunes and Misfortunes, His Friends and His Greatest Enemy." The novel was published in monthly installments from 1848 to 1850 and published in book form in two volumes in 1849–50. Below this image is a quote from "Pendennis," Chapter VI, "Captain Costigan leaves Pendennis & Miss Fotheringay at the great window looking out into the Deans Garden". Signed lower left. Displayed in a rustic giltwood frame. Image, 8.5"H x 6.25"W. Charles Edmund Brock was a widely published English painter, line artist and book illustrator, who signed most of his work C. E. Brock. He received his first book commission at the age of 20. He became very successful, and illustrated books for authors such as Jonathan Swift, William Thackeray, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and George Eliot. Brock also contributed pieces to several magazines such as The Quiver, The Strand, and Pearsons. In illustration Brock is best known for his line work, but he was also a skilled colourist. As a painter he received plaudits for the realism and vibrancy he created in his work. Only a small quantity of his known paintings have been located.
  • Creator:
    Charles Edmund Brock (1870 - 1938, British)
  • Creation Year:
    1910
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Period:
  • Condition:
    some minor age toning.
  • Gallery Location:
    Soquel, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JT-S46941stDibs: LU5421266723
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