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Chalet and Farm in the Bernese Oberland

William Collingwood

1850

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

British Romanticism Early 19th Century Architectural

Dominant colour

Chalet and Farm in the Bernese Oberland is a 1850 watercolor by William Collingwood, a British Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: William Collingwood
When & what style?: 1850 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a weathered wooden chalet with a sagging roof and broken beams. A woman in a dark dress stands near a barrel, holding a basket, while a goat grazes nearby. The scene feels rustic, with rough logs, open shutters, and a mix of shadows and light. The artist focused on everyday rural life, using soft watercolors to show wear and age. The loose brushstrokes make the scene feel quick and natural, like a snapshot. Check out Collingwood, William to see more of his work.

The story of this work

Overview

The watercolour titled *Chalet and Farm in the Bernese Oberland* was created by William Collingwood in 1850 and includes the artist's initials.

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About the artist

Artist

William Collingwood

William Collingwood R.W.S. (23 April 1819 – 25 June 1903) was an English watercolour painter best known for his mountain landscapes. He also wrote on religion. He should not be confused with his cousin, the painter…

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