* Cotman (John Sell, 1782-1842). Rules to be observed in Drawing, circa 1815

* [Cotman, John Sell, 1782-1842]. Rules to be observed in Drawing, circa 1815, original autograph manuscript broadside in Cotman's hand, on artists' wove paper with title and motto, 'Every good is to be expected from perseverance & attention, from idleness, nothing', followed by eight numbered rules including '1. Good material. 2. Implicit obedience to the remarks of those placed over you. 3. Examine well subject before you, for it is only through a thorough knowledge of the subject you are about to copy, that accuracy precision, ease and expedition can be acquired... ', and ending '7. Take up your pencil not as you would a task, but as you would an agreeable relaxation from severer studies. 8. All drawings transgressing these rules, or brought up in a damaged state either from improper setting, or otherwise, to be destroyed', paper slightly browned and frayed at edges with loss of the final three letters of the word 'subordinate' to right margin, verso blank, 36.5 x 26.5 cm (Qty: 1)