Antique aquatint from "Oriental Scenery" by Thomas and William Daniell, published in 1812.
Thomas and William Daniell were a renowned uncle and nephew team of landscape painters and printmakers who collaborated on significant works, particularly during their travels in India. Their most notable work is Oriental Scenery, a series of aquatints documenting the landscapes and architecture of India. William also produced A Voyage Round Great Britain, a series focusing on the British coastline.
Thomas Daniell (1749-1840) was a landscape painter who trained at the Royal Academy Schools. He traveled to India with his nephew, William, in 1786 and spent eight years touring and documenting the country.
William Daniell (1769-1837) was a landscape and marine painter, and printmaker. He accompanied his uncle to India as his assistant, documenting the landscape and sites. He later created aquatints for A Voyage Round Great Britain.
The Daniells' work is significant for its detailed depiction of India, contributing to British understanding and perceptions of the subcontinent. They were among the first to document India's landscapes and architecture in such detail for a European audience. Their work also played a role in the development of the picturesque style in British art.
