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Coast scene, with group of figures near a wall, by George Chinnery, watercolor, 1801

Coast scene, with group of figures near a wall

George Chinnery

1801

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Coast scene, with group of figures near a wall is a 1801 watercolor by George Chinnery, a British Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
George Chinnery
When & what style?
1801 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a group of people near a wall on a coastline. The people are dressed in casual clothing and appear to be engaged in various activities. The wall and the people are set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky and a body of water. The artist has used watercolor to create a sense of atmosphere and mood in the painting. The use of soft colors and gentle brushstrokes adds to the overall feeling of calmness and serenity. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour coastal scene from 1801, signed by George Chinnery, depicts figures gathered near a wall.

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About the artist

Portrait of George Chinnery
Artist

George Chinnery

George Chinnery (Chinese: 錢納利; 5 January 1774 – 30 May 1852) was an English painter who spent most of his life in Asia, especially India and southern China.

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