Artwork
Cosgrove
Cosgrove is a watercolor work on paper by Badmin. It dates from 1940 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
A watercolour painting titled 'Cosgrove' depicts a tranquil village scene, created in 1940 by the artist Badmin as part of the 'Recording Britain' collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows the village of Cosgrove, with the Barley Mow pub prominent in the foreground, surrounded by trees, bushes, and smaller buildings, evoking a sense of calm and national identity.
Technique & Style
Executed in watercolour, the work features soft brushstrokes and muted colours, predominantly browns and greens, creating a peaceful atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Commissioned under the 'Recording Britain' initiative, a wartime project led by Sir Kenneth Clark to document landscapes and buildings at risk, funded by the Pilgrim Trust between 1940 and 1943.
Artist & collection
Artist
Stanley Roy Badmin was an English painter and etcher particularly notable for his book illustrations and landscapes.
East Bergholt
The Village Green, Westmill
The Green and St.Mary's Church, Marlborough
Shepperton
Wheelwright's Yard, Gloucester Street, Malmesbury
Ashbourne
The Wool Hall, Lavenham
Finchingfield
Bow Brickhill, Bletchley, Buckinghamshire
The Ford, Braughing
Bradford Street, Bocking
Kilns and Maltings on the Canal Bank, Bishop's Stortford