A Forest Scene

David Cox

1850

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Early 19th Century Landscape forest

About this work

This painting shows a tangle of old trees with gnarled trunks and thick branches. The brushstrokes are loose, almost sketchy, letting the colors blend into soft greens, browns, and yellows. Light filters through the leaves, making some spots brighter than others. The trees look like they’ve been standing for decades—twisted and uneven. The ground is messy with dry leaves and shadows. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more watercolors like this.