In Danny Park, near Hassocks, Sussex
1880
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1880
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a quiet countryside scene with a big tree in the left corner. Behind it, a small house sits on a gentle slope, its roof a soft pinkish-brown. The sky is pale with light clouds, and the fields stretch out in muted greens and browns, fading into the distance. The brushstrokes are loose, almost sketchy, giving the scene a fresh, unfinished feel. The colors are simple—no bright highlights, just soft washes of earth tones. If you like this style, look up Impressionism next.
