Artwork
'Three friends'
'Three friends' is a watercolor work on paper by the Contemporary Realist artist Robert Sargent Austin. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
'Three friends' is a watercolour painting depicting a serene scene amidst a cluttered environment.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a woman in a patterned dress sitting on a bed with two birds, one held in her hand and a larger one behind her. The calm atmosphere contrasts with the surrounding disarray, suggesting a sense of tranquility.
Technique & Style
The artist employed loose, sketchy lines and light colours, giving the scene a spontaneous, unfinished feel. This style emphasizes the relaxed pose of the woman and the calm presence of the birds.
Artist & collection
Artist
Robert Sargent Austin RA PPRWS PPRE was a noted artist, illustrator, engraver and currency designer and widely considered to be one of Britain's leading mid-twentieth century printmakers.
