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Old Cronies

Boughton

1850

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Early 19th Century Interior Fireplace

Dominant colour

Old Cronies is a 1850 watercolor by Boughton, depicting Fireplace, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Boughton
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This watercolour painting shows two people sitting in front of a fireplace. They are both wearing old-fashioned clothing and hats, and they seem to be talking to each other. The painting is done in muted colours, with a focus on browns and greys. The fireplace is the main focus of the painting, with the two people sitting in front of it. The painting has a cozy, intimate feel to it. The artist, Boughton, has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and contrast in the painting.

The story of this work

Overview

The watercolour *Old Cronies* by Boughton depicts two elderly women seated in front of a simple fireplace, their hands held near the fading embers. The artist has initialled the work.

Read the full account in the museum source.