An Italian subject set on a veranda by a lake, with a woman teaching a young girl how to dance to the accompaniment of a tambourine played by an old woman, while a young man looks bored and a couple court in the background, after Uwins; proof state with producer names before title of a plate later published in 'The Art Journal'.

Print made by: John Outrim (1810-1889)
After: Thomas Uwins (1782-1857)
Printed by: Gad & Co.

Size: 22,5x28,5 cm.

Condition: Good, given age. Some rust stains on margins. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. A small tear on bottom side that can be seen in the image. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions.

Inscription content: Lettered below the image with the title, and "Engraved by J. Outrim from a painting by T. Uwins R.A. in the collection of S.Cartwright, Esq. Published exclusively in the Art Journal. Printed by Gad & Keningale"

The Tarantella is a light-footed folk dance featuring quick leaps and turns. Thomas Uwins was painter and watercolourist, keeper of the National Gallery. Initially a book illustrator and thereafter painter in oilsresided in Italy from 1824 to 1831 where he specialised in the portrayal of rural folk scenes. The model for the child was his niece. The Gulf of Salerno is shown in the background.

John Outrim (1810-1889). Reproductive line engraver, worked in London from 1840 to 1874, primarily known for his plates after Edwin Landseer. Exhibited 4 plates at the RA from 1846 to 1876. Sold prints by himself and others in his later life on several occasions to the BM.

Reserve: $136.00

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