Priory Gateway, Great Malvern

Priory Gateway, Great Malvern

Raymond Teague Cowern

1940

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This sketch shows a quiet street lined with old stone buildings. The largest one has tall, pointed towers and a flat roof, with a fence running along the sidewalk. A few people and horses are scattered around, and a lamppost stands near the corner. The drawing uses soft browns and grays, with light strokes that feel quick and loose. The artist focused on the details of the architecture—like the arched doorways and the texture of the walls—while keeping the scene simple. The sketch looks like it was done on the spot, maybe during a walk. Next, check out Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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