Bridge over the river at Helmsley, in Yorkshire,

About this work

This painting shows a quiet river scene with a small stone bridge crossing shallow water. On the left, tall trees line the bank, while on the right, a few houses sit near a hill with a castle-like ruin on top. Two tiny figures stand near the bridge, and the sky above is soft and pale. The artist used light washes of color to keep the scene gentle and dreamy. The brushstrokes are loose, giving the water and trees a natural, sketchy feel. Next, look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see more landscapes like this.