A Yorkshire River

J. M. W. Turner, kb. 1827

The artwork titled "A Yorkshire River" depicts a landscape view. The horizon line is placed high in the composition, showcasing a vast expanse of sky with soft, wispy clouds painted in light blues and grays. Close to us, there are sandy-hued hills that roll into the distance, where they meet the river. A figure dressed in a reddish garment is walking along the slope. The brushstrokes are delicate and fluid, characteristic of a watercolor technique. The overall color palette is dominated by soft yellows, pale blues, and muted earth tones.
Művész
J. M. W. Turner
Datálás
kb. 1827
Műfaj
Rajz
Technika
watercolor on wove paper
Méretek
29 × 41,4 cm
Gyűjtemény
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenc
Közkincs, CC0

Képleírás

The artwork titled "A Yorkshire River" depicts a landscape view. The horizon line is placed high in the composition, showcasing a vast expanse of sky with soft, wispy clouds painted in light blues and grays. Close to us, there are sandy-hued hills that roll into the distance, where they meet the river. A figure dressed in a reddish garment is walking along the slope. The brushstrokes are delicate and fluid, characteristic of a watercolor technique. The overall color palette is dominated by soft yellows, pale blues, and muted earth tones.

J. M. W. Turner