Deck of the P&O Steam Vessel MADRAS

In: Ships; Part of our Paintings gallery

Date:
c.1857

Medium:
Watercolour and pencil on paper

Description:
William Carpenter (1818-1899) has been described as one of the most skilled mid-nineteenth century watercolourists of the Indian scene. He travelled to India in 1850 returning seven years later. This watercolour is thought to date from his homeward journey.

Featured Ship:
MADRAS (1852)

Shipping Line:
P&O STEAM NAVIGATION COMPANY