{"title":"Thomas Cook","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-english-setter-thomas-cook","title":"The English Setter - Thomas Cook","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1777 engraving by Thomas Cook depicting an English Setter in a pastoral setting, published by John Boydell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine etching and engraving, titled The English Setter, was produced by the British artist Thomas Cook in 1777. The work is based on an original painting formerly in the possession of a Mr. Bradford. It depicts a recumbent English Setter resting in a pastoral setting, surrounded by mature trees and rolling hills. The dog is positioned centrally, its form rendered with precise lines that capture the texture of its coat and its alert, observant posture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, the composition includes subtle details of the rural environment, such as distant figures and a cloudy sky, which provide a sense of scale and atmosphere. The print demonstrates the technical skill of eighteenth-century English engravers, who utilised varied line weights to create depth and tonal contrast without the use of colour. The foreground features detailed foliage, which frames the subject and draws the viewer's eye toward the animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThomas Cook was a prolific engraver, known for his work after William Hogarth and other contemporary painters. This specific print reflects the period's interest in sporting subjects and the documentation of specific dog breeds, which were often associated with the landed gentry and rural life. The publication line at the bottom of the plate indicates it was published in July 1777 by John Boydell, a prominent figure in the London print trade. The work remains a clear example of the commercial print market in the late eighteenth century, where high-quality reproductions of paintings allowed for the wider dissemination of sporting and animal imagery among collectors and enthusiasts of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/neo-classical-vases-in-a-landscape-jean-charles-delafosse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eNeo-classical Vases in a Landscape - Jean Charles Delafosse — Jean Charles Delafosse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/hurdy-gurdy-player-jean-jacques-de-boissieu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHurdy-Gurdy Player - Jean-Jacques de Boissieu — Jean-Jacques de Boissieu\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thomas Cook","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58758232342863,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58758273499471,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58758273532239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58758273565007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58758273597775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58758273630543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58758273663311,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58758273696079,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58758273728847,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58758273761615,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58758273794383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58758273827151,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-English-Setter_Poster_CompositorV1_1789224072002.jpg?v=1789224794"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-john-armstrong-m-d-thomas-cook","title":"Portrait of John Armstrong, M.D. - Thomas Cook","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal eighteenth-century engraving by Thomas Cook, depicting the physician and poet John Armstrong within a classical oval frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Thomas Cook depicts the physician and poet John Armstrong. The work follows the conventions of eighteenth-century portraiture, presenting the subject within a classical oval frame set atop a stone plinth. The inscription on the base identifies the sitter, a common practice in printmaking of the period to ensure the subject remained recognisable to the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCook, a pupil of William Woollett, was a skilled engraver known for his technical precision. The image utilises a system of cross-hatching and fine lines to create depth and texture, particularly in the rendering of the subject's coat and the powdered wig. The background features a subtle brick-like pattern, which provides a neutral contrast to the figure and draws the eye toward the facial features. The lighting is soft, creating a sense of volume in the sitter's face while maintaining the formal, restrained aesthetic typical of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Armstrong (1709-1779) was a Scottish physician who gained recognition for his medical writings and his didactic poem, The Art of Preserving Health. This print likely appeared as a frontispiece or a plate within a biographical collection or a volume of his collected works. The composition is balanced and orderly, reflecting the Enlightenment values of the time. The print demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship required in the production of reproductive engravings, where the engraver translated the nuances of a painted portrait into a monochromatic medium. The clarity of the lines and the formal arrangement of the elements make this a representative example of British printmaking during the late eighteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/portret-van-august-quirinus-rivinus-martin-bernigeroth\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortret van August Quirinus Rivinus by Martin Bernigeroth\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/dr-william-harvey-james-mcardell\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDr. William Harvey by James McArdell\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/thomas-cook\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThomas Cook prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thomas Cook","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58793745449295,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58793754952015,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58793754984783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58793755017551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58793755050319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58793755083087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58793755115855,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58793755148623,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58793755181391,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58793755214159,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58793755246927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58793755279695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-John-Armstrong-M.D_Poster_CompositorV1_1789519424854.jpg?v=1789520438"},{"product_id":"portret-van-ludovico-ariosto-thomas-cook","title":"Portret van Ludovico Ariosto - Thomas Cook","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined etching by Thomas Cook depicting the Italian poet Ludovico Ariosto in a classical profile portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print by Thomas Cook depicts the Italian poet Ludovico Ariosto in profile. The composition follows the tradition of classical portraiture, presenting the subject within a formal oval frame that rests upon a stone plinth. The name Ariosto is inscribed clearly on the base, identifying the figure who authored the epic poem Orlando Furioso. Cook, a British engraver known for his work on the works of William Hogarth, demonstrates here a disciplined approach to line and shadow. The etching technique allows for a precise rendering of the poet's features, from the texture of his beard to the folds of his garment. The background consists of a regular, hatched pattern that provides a neutral setting for the portrait, ensuring the focus remains on the subject. The use of an oval frame within a rectangular field is a common device in eighteenth-century book illustration, intended to give the subject a sense of permanence and historical weight. This print reflects the period's interest in classical literature and the dissemination of portraits of historical figures through reproductive printmaking. The clean lines and balanced composition are characteristic of the era's preference for order and clarity in visual representation. As a museum-grade reproduction, this print captures the fine detail of the original copperplate work, offering a clear view of the engraver's technical skill. It is a piece that fits well in collections focused on literary history, portraiture, or the history of printmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/portrait-of-alexander-pope-charles-grignion-the-elder\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Alexander Pope by Charles Grignion the Elder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/alfred-tennyson-1st-baron-tennyson-george-frederick-watts\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAlfred Tennyson, 1st Baron Tennyson by George Frederick Watts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/thomas-cook\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThomas Cook artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thomas Cook","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804475199823,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804496269647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804496302415,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804496335183,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804496367951,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804496400719,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804496433487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804496466255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804496499023,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804496531791,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804496564559,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804496597327,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Ludovico-Ariosto_Poster_CompositorV1_1789643126346.jpg?v=1789643504"},{"product_id":"portret-van-pierre-du-bosc-thomas-cook","title":"Portret van Pierre du Bosc - Thomas Cook","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal profile engraving of Pierre du Bosc by British artist Thomas Cook, presented in a classic oval bust format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Thomas Cook depicts Pierre du Bosc, a French Protestant minister, presented in a formal profile view. The composition follows the tradition of the oval portrait bust, a format frequently employed in the eighteenth century to convey the dignity and intellectual standing of the subject. Du Bosc is shown wearing a periwig, typical of the period, and clerical attire, which identifies his professional role. The artist uses precise line work to define the contours of the face and the texture of the wig, while the shading within the oval frame provides a sense of volume and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is set upon a plinth, a common device in printmaking of this era to elevate the subject and provide a sense of permanence. The name of the sitter is inscribed clearly on the base, ensuring the identity of the individual remains the primary focus of the work. Cook, a skilled engraver, demonstrates a mastery of the burin, using varying densities of lines to create tonal transitions from the light of the face to the darker background of the oval. This technique allows for a clear separation between the figure and the surrounding space, drawing the viewer's attention to the features of the sitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch prints were often produced for inclusion in biographical collections or as standalone portraits for private study. The clarity of the engraving reflects the technical standards of British printmaking during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. The work maintains a balanced aesthetic, avoiding unnecessary ornamentation to focus on the character of the individual portrayed. It serves as a record of historical figures, preserved through the medium of copperplate engraving, and offers a glimpse into the portraiture conventions that defined the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/portret-van-tiberius-dominikus-wocher-john-hall\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortret van Tiberius Dominikus Wocher by John Hall\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/products\/portret-van-nicolaus-christoph-von-lynker-johann-christian-ernst-muller\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortret van Nicolaus Christoph von Lynker by Johann Christian Ernst Müller\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/thomas-cook\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThomas Cook artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thomas Cook","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804589003087,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804681048399,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58804681081167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804681113935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804681146703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804681179471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804681212239,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804681245007,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804681277775,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58804681310543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58804681343311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58804681376079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Pierre-du-Bosc_Poster_CompositorV1_1789643824056.jpg?v=1789644007"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/it\/collections\/thomas-cook.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}