View near Salt Hill

View near Salt Hill

Peter De Wint

1805

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet countryside scene with a winding path and a small stream. A few cows stand near the water, and a lone figure walks along the path. Trees frame the scene, while a distant farmhouse sits under a soft, cloudy sky. The brushstrokes are loose and watery, giving the landscape a gentle, dreamy feel. This style was popular in the early 1800s. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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