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19th Century George Rowney Antique Watercolour Box

About the Item

Antique 'G. Rowney & Co's Superior Watercolors' set. 12 large dried pans in the colours Emerald Green, Vermilion, Light Red, Crimson Lake, Indigo, Prussian Blue, Gamboge, Yellow Ochre, Raw Sienna, Brunt Sienna, Van Dyke, Sap Green. Includes 2 Chinese ink sticks (to be ground and used with water), sponge and glass bowl, small ceramic palette with 4 sections and a large porcelain palette with thumb hole (stored in the drawer at the bottom of the box), 2 wooden quill pens, wooden watercolour brush with second handle and a small knife. This is a rare example of a watercolour box from the era with a complete set of accessories. The box is in beautiful condition for it's age. No major cracks or chips present which affect its structure.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.35 in (8.5 cm)Width: 9.49 in (24.1 cm)Depth: 7.17 in (18.2 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
    1890-1899
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9215236417622
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