Old Cottages, Long Crendon
1940
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1940
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This watercolor shows a quiet village street with old stone houses. The roofs are made of thatch, some sagging slightly, and the walls are a mix of light brown and cream. A woman in a dark dress stands near a doorway, while a man with a cart walks farther down the road. The scene feels calm, with a few trees and bushes adding soft greenery. The artist focused on everyday life, showing how people and buildings fit together. The way the light hits the houses makes them look warm and lived-in. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more of this artist’s work.
