Artwork

Kentish Peasant Girls

Kentish Peasant Girls, by William Collins, watercolor, 1810
Kentish Peasant Girls, by William Collins, watercolor, 1810

Kentish Peasant Girls is a watercolor work on paper by the British Romanticist artist William Collins. It dates from 1810 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Kentish Peasant Girls is a watercolour painting by William Collins, featuring two young girls in a serene landscape.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts two girls in traditional rural attire, seated on a hillside surrounded by trees and a cloudy sky, lost in thought as they gaze out.

Technique & Style

Collins employed watercolour to achieve a soft, dreamy effect, utilizing color and composition to create depth and atmosphere.

Context

This work is associated with the Romanticism movement, characterized by its emphasis on idyllic and natural scenes.

Artist & collection

Portrait of William Collins

Artist

William Collins

William Collins (8 September 1788, London – 17 February 1847, London) was an English landscape and genre painter.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Kentish Peasant Girls?

Kentish Peasant Girls was painted by William Collins in 1810.

Where can I see Kentish Peasant Girls?

Kentish Peasant Girls is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Kentish Peasant Girls?

Kentish Peasant Girls is associated with British Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Kentish Peasant Girls?

Museum-quality prints of Kentish Peasant Girls are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.