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Front of the New Mills, 1813. Creator: John Crome (British, 1768-1821)
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Front of the New Mills, 1813. Creator: John Crome (British, 1768-1821)
Front of the New Mills, 1813. Cromes work epitomizes the essence of British landscape art at the beginning of the 19th century, the moment of its greatest flowering. Rooted in an almost mystical commmunion with nature, the artists purpose was to express the true naturalism of landscape, a realism of light, air, and weather not seen before. He became interested in etching because he understood its potential for spontaneity, yet he feared his etchings would not be admired because they were, by conventional standards, unfinished and sketchy. In fact, it is precisely the freedom of line, lack of rigidity, and open silvery quality of light that makes them so special and individual. Rather than using prints to just copy his paintings, Crome approached etching as a creative medium with which to capture the special beauty of his native Norwich countryside. It is in early impressions like this one, printed by Crome in small numbers, and now extremely rare, that the delicacy of his technique can be appreciated
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This print titled "Front of the New Mills, 1813" by John Crome showcases the epitome of British landscape art during the early 19th century. Crome's work beautifully captures the essence of nature through a mystical communion with his surroundings. His aim was to express true naturalism in landscapes, focusing on realism in terms of light, air, and weather like never before seen. Crome's interest in etching stemmed from its potential for spontaneity; however, he feared that his etchings would not be appreciated due to their unfinished and sketchy appearance according to conventional standards. Ironically, it is precisely this freedom of line and lack of rigidity that makes his etchings so unique and special. The open silvery quality of light adds an ethereal touch to his creations. Unlike other artists who used prints merely as copies of their paintings, Crome approached etching as a creative medium to capture the exceptional beauty found in his native Norwich countryside. This particular print is one among a small number printed by Crome himself and has become extremely rare over time. The delicacy and intricacy evident in this early impression highlight Crome's technique at its finest. This print offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate the artist's mastery while immersing themselves in the enchanting world he created through his artwork.
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