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The Rabbit Hutch, by Charles Green, watercolor, 1865

The Rabbit Hutch

Charles Green

1865

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

The Rabbit Hutch is a 1865 watercolor by Charles Green, a British Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Charles Green
When & what style?
1865 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

A boy in a blue cap and striped shirt stands by a wooden hut, feeding a rabbit from his hand. Nearby, a girl in a red dress and yellow headscarf sits on a low wall, holding a green leaf. The hut has a small window with a bunny peeking out, and a pile of cabbages lies on the ground. The colors are soft and earthy, with greens, browns, and reds blending together. The artist focused on everyday life, showing simple moments with care. The brushstrokes are loose, almost sketchy, which makes the scene feel quick and real. Check out Impressionism to see how this style changed art.

About the artist

Portrait of Charles Green
Artist

Charles Green

Charles Green R.I. (1840–1898), was a British watercolourist and illustrator. He was the brother of Towneley Green R.I. (1836–1899).

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