Ashberry Bridge (North side), Rievaulx

Ashberry Bridge (North side), Rievaulx

John Cooper

1940

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a simple watercolor of an old stone bridge with three arches. The water below is calm, with a few reeds sticking up here and there. In the background, there’s a hillside with a small yellow building and bare trees. The artist used loose, sketchy brushstrokes to suggest light and shadow, making the scene feel quick and fresh. The colors are muted—mostly browns, grays, and soft greens—with just a few bright spots to catch the eye. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like it.

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