Who created "At Nunnery in Cumberland"?

At Nunnery in Cumberland was created by Joseph Farington in August 20, 1786.

When was "At Nunnery in Cumberland" created?

This artwork was created August 20, 1786.

What medium is "At Nunnery in Cumberland"?

At Nunnery in Cumberland is Pen and brown ink, brush and gray wash, over graphite.

Is "At Nunnery in Cumberland" in the public domain?

Yes, At Nunnery in Cumberland is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

At Nunnery in Cumberland

Joseph Farington

August 20, 1786

Medium

Pen and brown ink, brush and gray wash, over graphite

Dimensions

sheet: 15 7/8 x 14 3/4 in. (40.3 x 37.4 cm)

Classification

Drawings

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Purchase, PECO Foundation Gift, 2008

Accession Number

2008.213

Tags

StreamsLandscapes

Art Historical Context

Joseph Farington’s *At Nunnery in Cumberland*, dated August 20, 1786, captures the beauty of the English countryside in what is now Cumbria. As a prominent British artist and Royal Academy member, Faring was renowned for his meticulous topographical drawings, which documented Britain’s evolving landscapes during the late 18th century. work depicts a tranquil scene at Nunnery—likely a reference to the picturesque Nunnery Walks near Carlisle—featuring meandering streams that evoke the Romantic interest in nature’s gentle, flowing rhythms. Executed on a generous sheet measuring 15 7/8 x 14 3/4 i...

At Nunnery in Cumberland

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