Who painted Winter days, Hessel Street Market, London?

Winter days, Hessel Street Market, London was painted by Dorothy Belasco in 1922.

Where can I see Winter days, Hessel Street Market, London?

Winter days, Hessel Street Market, London is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Winter days, Hessel Street Market, London?

Winter days, Hessel Street Market, London is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Winter days, Hessel Street Market, London

Dorothy Belasco , 1922

Winter days, Hessel Street Market, London is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Dorothy Belasco. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Winter Days, Hessel Street Market, London is a 1922 watercolour by Dorothy Belasco, depicting a bustling indoor market scene.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows a crowded market with wooden stalls laden with goods, and people engaged in various activities. The rough walls and varied lighting create a sense of everyday life.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by quick, sketchy lines, giving it a spontaneous feel. The artist's use of watercolour captures the play of light and shadow within the market.

History & Provenance

The watercolour is signed, dated, and titled by the artist. It is an example of Belasco's work, which can be found in collections such as that of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Artist & collection

Artist

Dorothy Belasco

London’s 1920s streets pulse in Dorothy Belasco’s watercolours. Winter days crowds Hessel Street Market in 1922; the same year she traces Sir Moses Montefiore’s Ramsgate tomb in soft washes. Around the corner, the Bacon…