The Old Barn, Arreton, Isle of Wight

Britische Grafik 1884–1895, probablement années 1890

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.
Artiste
Britische Grafik 1884–1895
Datation
probablement années 1890
Catégorie
Dessin
Technique
watercolor and gouache on paper mounted on a stretcher
Dimensions
37 × 53,5 × 1,9 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

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.

Britische Grafik 1884–1895