Fulham
Classification
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Bequest of George Campbell Cooper
Accession Number
1896-3-392
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Francis Seymour Haden (181–1910), a prominent English surgeon and etcher, created *Fulham* around 1864. Best known for his masterful prints capturing the English countryside and urban edges, Haden was a leader in the 19th etching revival, championing the medium as a fine art rivaling painting. This work, classified as a print the Smithsonian American Art Museum's collection (bequest of George Campbell Cooper likely depicts the scenic Fulham area along the Thames in London, a favorite subject for artists seeking atmospheric landscapes. Haden's technique emphasized drypoint and etching to achie...