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Hilly landscape with rocks in the foreground, by Richard Parkes Bonington, watercolor, 1850

Hilly landscape with rocks in the foreground

Richard Parkes Bonington

1850

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Hilly landscape with rocks in the foreground is a 1850 watercolor by Richard Parkes Bonington, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Richard Parkes Bonington
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a hilly landscape with rocks in the foreground. The scene is depicted in watercolour, with a focus on the natural beauty of the landscape. In the distance, there are rolling hills and trees, while in the foreground, there are large rocks and what appears to be a body of water. The overall effect is one of serenity and tranquility. The artist's use of colour and composition creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The rocks in the foreground are rendered in detail, giving a sense of texture and solidity. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of artist Bonington.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour painting from 1850 by Bonington shows a hilly landscape with rocks positioned prominently in the foreground.

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About the artist

Portrait of Richard Parkes Bonington
Artist

Richard Parkes Bonington

Richard Parkes Bonington (25 October 1802 – 23 September 1828) was an English Romantic landscape painter.

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