Windermere
1794
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1794
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a quiet valley with rolling hills in the distance. A winding river cuts through the scene, and trees line the banks. The sky is bright with soft, fluffy clouds, and the whole picture feels calm and airy. The artist used watercolor to keep the colors light and blended. The brushstrokes are loose, giving the landscape a natural, dreamy look. If you like this style, look up Romanticism next.
