Who painted Beaconsfield?

Beaconsfield was painted by Anderson in 1940.

Where can I see Beaconsfield?

Beaconsfield is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Beaconsfield?

Beaconsfield is associated with Art Brut.

Artwork

Beaconsfield

Anderson , 1940

Beaconsfield is a watercolor work on paper by the Art Brut artist Anderson. It dates from 1940 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Beaconsfield is a 1940 watercolour painting by Edward Anderson, capturing a scene in the Old Town of Beaconsfield.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a traditional English market town, featuring the Saracen's Head Inn, with people and cars adding to the scene's activity. It was created as part of the Recording Britain project, aiming to document Britain's cultural heritage during World War II.

Technique & Style

Anderson's watercolour showcases a charming town scene with soft colours, rendering a sense of serenity. The composition includes a row of buildings with pitched roofs and chimneys, a small white fence, and a streetlight, highlighting the artist's attention to detail.

History & Provenance

Beaconsfield was produced under the Recording Britain initiative, funded by the Pilgrim Trust and directed by Sir Kenneth Clark, which employed 97 artists to capture scenes across Britain threatened by wartime changes.