Wilfred Fairclough, Orchestra At The Royal Opera House 1780s Rotterdam’ at Christie’s in 1997

Rotterdam’ at Christie’s in 1997

This masterful composition creates an explosion of colour

The room is gently lit via a small window

Now will he sit under a medlar treeAnd wish his mistress were that kind of fruitAs maids call medlars when they laugh alone

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Wilfred Fairclough, Orchestra At The Royal Opera House 1780s Rotterdam’ at Christie’s in 1997This fine 20th century etching by British artist Wilfred Fairclough (1907 1996) depicts an orchestra pit at The Royal Opera House, London. Its rendered with great attention to detail and captures the musicians in full swing. Faircloughs etchings are regarded by many to be leading examples of superior work in monochrome. Note the wide range of tones from the blacks through to the highlights. Hes working hard to provide interest through minute