The Gretabrucke (John Sell Cotman)
John Sell Cotman (1782–1842) made The Gretabrucke. It is kept at British Museum in London, United Kingdom.
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StatsThe Gretabrucke, in brief
- Title
- The Gretabrucke
- Artist
- John Sell Cotman (1782–1842)
- Artist born in
- Norwich, United Kingdom
- Where to see it
- British Museum, London, United Kingdom
Which museum holds The Gretabrucke?
British Museum
London, United Kingdom
Origins and History of the British Museum The British Museum was established in 1753 as the first public national museum. Its foundations are rooted in the will of Sir Hans Sloane, an Anglo-Irish physician and scientist. Following his death, his collection of curiosities provided the basis for the institution's early holdings.
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John Sell Cotman, The Gretabrucke, British Museum. Public domain.
Questions on The Gretabrucke, answered
Where is "The Gretabrucke" by John Sell Cotman on display today?
"The Gretabrucke" by John Sell Cotman is on display at the British Museum, London, United Kingdom. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.
Is "The Gretabrucke" free of copyright?
"The Gretabrucke" by John Sell Cotman is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.
Which artist is "The Gretabrucke" attributed to?
"The Gretabrucke" was created by John Sell Cotman. The information on this page describes John Sell Cotman's original work.
Is "The Gretabrucke" by John Sell Cotman in the public domain, and why?
"The Gretabrucke" by John Sell Cotman is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright duration runs from the artist's death, which occurred in 1842.
Is "The Gretabrucke" held in the country of its creator?
Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. The birth country of John Sell Cotman is United Kingdom, and the museum holding the original of "The Gretabrucke" is in United Kingdom.
About the artist, John Sell Cotman
1782–1842, United Kingdom
John Sell Cotman
A Norfolk Son: The Life and Art of John Sell CotmanJohn Sell Cotman, a name synonymous with the evocative landscapes and maritime scenes of early 19th-century England, emerged from the thriving artistic community of Norwich to become a pivotal figure in British Romanticism. Born on May 16, 1782, into a family engaged in the prosperous trades of silk merchantry and lace dealing, Cotman’s path wasn't immediately destined for artistry. Yet, an innate sensitivity to the natural world and a burgeoning talent quickly steered him away from commerce and toward a life dedicated to capturing its beauty on canvas and paper. His early education at Norwich Grammar School provided a foundation, but it was his move to London in 1798 that truly ignited his artistic journey.
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