Die alte Scheune, Arreton, Isle of Wight
Britische Grafik 1884–1895, wahrscheinlich 1890er-Jahre
- Künstler
- Britische Grafik 1884–1895
- Datierung
- wahrscheinlich 1890er-Jahre
- Gattung
- Zeichnung
- Technik
- watercolor and gouache on paper mounted on a stretcher
- Maße
- 37 × 53,5 × 1,9 cm
- Sammlung
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Lizenz
- Gemeinfrei, CC0
Bildbeschreibung
The image shows a rural scene with a large building complex with a thatched roof at the center. The viewpoint is slightly elevated, offering a clear view of the surroundings. A line of trees marks the high horizon, with sloping hills visible beyond the buildings. The painting features soft, detailed brushstrokes, especially in the foliage and textured roofs. The color palette consists of earthy tones like warm browns, greens, and muted grays. A pond in the foreground reflects the structures and trees, with a horse and rider in the water. To the lower right, a group of birds are gathered at the water's edge.