Palace at Perawa, Malwa, Bengal

Palace at Perawa, Malwa, Bengal

John Sell Cotman

1800

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a grand palace sitting by a calm lake. The building has tall towers, arched windows, and domes, all painted in soft whites and light browns. Palm trees line the shore, and the water mirrors the palace perfectly. The sky above is a mix of pale blue and wispy clouds. The artist used loose brushstrokes to keep the scene dreamy and light. The watercolor style makes everything look gentle, almost like a sketch. If you like this, check out Romanticism for more paintings like this.

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