Harry John Johnson, R.I. (Birmingham 1826-1884 London)
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Harry John Johnson, R.I. (Birmingham 1826-1884 London)

The Via Mala, Switzerland

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Harry John Johnson, R.I. (Birmingham 1826-1884 London)
The Via Mala, Switzerland
inscribed and dated 'VIA MALA - 1854' and with studio stamp (lower right)
pencil, watercolour and bodycolour, on buff paper
19½ x 11¾ in. (49.5 x 29.9 cm.)
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This narrow gorge was the most serious obstacle on the approach to the Splügen and San Bernardino mountain passes. The subject inspired many artists in search of the sublime.

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