Buchanan, William: Memoirs of painting: with a chronological history of the importation of pictures by the great masters into England since the French Revolution (Band 1) (London: Ackermann, 1824)

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great painter. He has enriched it with a most beau-
tiful group of figures, representing the Reposo
162 15 0
48. Murillo.—-The Assumption of the Virgin. A very
capital picture There is a grace and dignity in the
attitude of the Virgin that cannot be surpassed ; and
the surrounding cherubs are designed with a beau-
tiful simplicity peculiar to Murillo . 70 7 0
49. J- Ostade.—Winter Scene in Holland. Capital
pictures of this esteemed artist are exceedingly
scarce. This is one of his very finest works, and is
worthy a place in the choicest collection 105 0 0
50. Wouvermans.—Preparing for the Chase. This
precious cabinet picture is in the best time of Wou-
vermans. It is finished in his very best manner,
possessing all the beauties, both in composition and
execution, so conspicuous in the finest works of this
inimitable artist . . . 97 13 0
51. Ditto.—The return from the Chase. The com-
panion to the former, and equally excellent. This
pair of exquisite cabinet pictures are engraved by
Moyreau. They held a distinguished rank in the
celebrated collection of La Comtesse de Verrue, at
Paris . . . . 110 5 0
52. Berchem.—Charming Landscape, with groups of
Cattle and Figures, with a clear brilliant sky, and
most beautiful extensive scenery, the whole finished
in the finest style of this inestimable master. This
exquisite cabinet jewel was purchased by Mr. Bryan
from one of the first collections in Holland. G.
Hibbert, Esq. . . . 336 0 0
53. Teniers.—Assemblage of Flemish Peasants before
the door of a Country Alehouse, regaling and