Overpowering sky
1875
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1875
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Overpowering sky is a 1875 watercolor by George Clausen, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a simple farm scene with a white house and a small barn. The sky is the main focus—big, soft clouds in pale blues and grays, with a few darker patches. Below, the ground is green and flat, and a lone tree stands on the right side. The artist used loose, watery brushstrokes to keep everything feeling light and airy. It looks like they were more interested in capturing the mood of the sky than the exact details of the buildings. If you like this style, check out Impressionism.
