Devil's Bridge, Cardigan

Devil's Bridge, Cardigan

John Sell Cotman

1801

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a rocky landscape with a winding river cutting through it. There’s a small bridge in the middle, surrounded by uneven terrain and patches of greenery. The colors are mostly muted earth tones, with some darker blues and browns in the background. The artist used soft, blended strokes to create a dreamy, almost misty effect. This painting is part of a movement that focused on nature’s wild beauty. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this work in person.

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