Engraving “Dead Beat”, J. Harris and William J. Shayer, 1864 - England
Technique: Engraving on paper
Materials: Mahogany, mother-of-pearl, paper, glass
Title of the work: “Dead Beat”
Author: J. Harris, after the original work by William J. Shayer
Signed in both lower corners
Style: Realism
Year: 1864
Country of origin: England
Good condition considering its age and use
Overall dimensions: 62 x 77 x 6 cm
Dimensions without frame: 47 x 65 cm
A beautiful engraving on paper by the artist William J. Shayer, engraved by J. Harris, created in 1864, belonging to the Realist movement, entitled “Dead Beat”.
The artwork depicts a typical Victorian-era hunting scene with dogs, featuring several riders in the background, dressed in the red jackets customary for this type of hunting.
The engraving showcases an open landscape, the movement of the animals, and the balanced, academic composition characteristic of Shayer's work. Harris's transfer to paper maintains the structure and essence of the scene.
It is presented in a dark wood frame inlaid with mother-of-pearl. This work is a canonical example of English realism applied to hunting scenes, highly valued at the time both for their sporting significance and their documentary value regarding daily life.
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Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsBlue, Brown, Red, Multi Color, Orange, Yellow, BlackMaterialWood, PaperNumber of items1OrientationLandscapeArt sizeMediumHeight62 cmWidth77 cmSigns of usageScratches