A Sedilia in Upwell Church, Norfolk 1818

John Sell Cotman's "A Sedilia in Upwell Church, Norfolk," created in 1818, is a pencil drawing depicting a detailed architectural feature in a church in Norfolk, England. The drawing, likely intended as a study, captures the intricate detail of the gothic-style sedilia, a stone seat traditionally found in churches for priests and other clergy during religious ceremonies. Cotman, a renowned artist of the Norwich School, specialized in capturing the architectural beauty of England's medieval and Renaissance structures, using delicate lines and shading to render the texture and depth of the stonework. This drawing exemplifies his meticulous attention to detail and his fascination with architectural history.