Engraving of The Wormshead in Tenby Bay, William Daniell, 1814

The Wormshead in Tenby Bay engraving done by William Daniell

c. 1814

Hand-colored Engraving

This original hand-colored engraving was published by William Daniell in London in 1814. This piece details the coastline of The Wormshead in Tenby Bay. In this engraving you will notice the abundance of animals on the hillside, birds flying in groups, sail boats in the sea, and jagged rocks in the distance. This engraving was hand-colored from the top of the hillside looking out into the sea perspective.  

William Daniell. was born in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey He was an English landscape and marine painter and printmaker. He is known for his work in aquatint. He travelled along side his uncle Thomas Daniell. Together, they travelled throughout India. Their most notable artwork together is Oriental Scenery. Later in his life Daniell travelled the coastline of Britain painting watercolors for his book A Voyage Round Great Britain. His work was exhibited at the Royal Academy and the British Institution. Due to this, William Daniell was later appointed as a Royal Academician in 1822.

Condition: Overall the engraving is in very good condition. Toning as expected due to age.  Mild foxing along the sides of the engraving. Engraving is unevenly cut along the top. Creases at the bottom of the engraving. Overall paper is healthy and the colors are vibrant. 

Dimensions: 10" x 14"