Canterbury

Canterbury

Albert Goodwin

1870

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a big old church with tall spires and lots of stone details. Bare trees with yellowish leaves frame the scene, and a few people walk under them. The sky is pale and soft, and the whole picture looks a little misty. The artist used quick, light brushstrokes to capture the light and mood. The colors are mostly muted, except for a small sign with bright red and blue details near the church. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more of this artist’s work.

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