The Country Mouse and the Town Mouse
1905
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1905
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This watercolour painting depicts two mice, one dressed in a grey coat and hat, the other in a brown and white striped coat. The mice are surrounded by foliage and flowers, with the country mouse sitting on a branch and the town mouse standing on the ground. The country mouse appears to be speaking to the town mouse, who is holding a small bag. The painting is rendered in muted colours, with the mice and foliage depicted in soft, gentle brushstrokes. The overall effect is one of quiet, rustic charm. For more information on the artist behind this charming painting, look up Beatrix Potter.
