On the Thames
1833
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1833
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a busy river scene. A big ship with tall sails sits near a wooden dock. People are inside the dock’s open building. The water is calm, with a few birds floating nearby. The sky is light blue with soft clouds. The brushstrokes are loose and watery, giving a dreamy look. This style was common in the 1800s. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
