Bulgin - Topsham, Devon Old Ferry Cottage

Bulgin – Topsham, The Old Ferry Cottage, Devon, Original Pen and Ink Drawing, Framed

An original pen and ink drawing by Bulgin, depicting a characterful waterside view at Topsham, Devon, with moored boats, riverside buildings, and the old ferry-side setting rendered in a crisp and confident hand. The composition has a strong topographical charm, combining architectural detail with the quiet atmosphere of one of Devon’s most historic estuary towns.

Executed in monochrome, the drawing has a pleasing balance of structure and informality. The line work is clear and decorative, giving the scene both visual precision and an easy sense of place. Boats rest along the water’s edge while the clustered buildings of the riverbank create depth and local character, making the work appealing both as a topographical subject and as a distinctive original work on paper.

The reverse is inscribed “Topsham – the Old Ferry Cottage – Devon” and “Original pen and ink by Bulgin”, giving the piece a clear identification and adding to its period appeal. Topsham’s long maritime history makes it an especially fitting subject for this kind of drawing, and the combination of river setting, historic buildings, and ferry-side interest gives the composition a particularly evocative quality.

Presented behind glass in a simple frame, this is a very displayable example of mid-20th-century British topographical drawing. It would suit collectors of Devon views, Topsham interest, nautical and maritime subjects, and small original drawings with a clean monochrome finish.

Details
Artist: Bulgin
Title: Topsham, The Old Ferry Cottage, Devon
Medium: Pen and ink on paper
Signature: Signed lower right
Visible picture size: 33 × 20.5 cm
Framed size: 35.5 × 23 cm
Date: Mid-20th century
Condition: The paper has aged with some scattered spotting/foxing visible, as shown in the photographs. The drawing remains clear and presentable overall. The frame is generally in good condition, though it is rather lightweight and the glass sits a little loose within it.
Frame: Presented behind glass in a simple frame. The reverse is inscribed “Topsham – the Old Ferry Cottage – Devon” and “Original pen and ink by Bulgin.” Ready to hang.

This is a genuine one-of-a-kind original artwork, not a print or reproduction.