Rye House 1814

"Rye House" is a pencil sketch by John Linnell, a renowned English artist known for his landscapes, portraits, and religious works. The drawing, created in 1814, depicts a distant view of Rye House, a historic manor house in Hertfordshire. The delicate lines and subtle shading of the artwork showcase Linnell's early artistic style, influenced by the Pre-Raphaelite movement. The scene's simplicity and focus on the architectural subject reveal Linnell's attention to detail and his commitment to realistic representation. This pencil sketch is an interesting example of John Linnell's early artwork and his mastery of the pencil as a medium.