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Landscape with bridge over a river, by Arthur Ditchfield, 1876

Landscape with bridge over a river

Arthur Ditchfield

1876

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Landscape with bridge over a river is a 1876 by Arthur Ditchfield, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Arthur Ditchfield
When & what style?
1876 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This drawing shows a quiet river winding through a field, with a simple wooden bridge crossing over it. Tall, skinny trees line the bank, and a fence runs along the far side of the water. The sky is soft and pale, blending into the distant hills. The artist used fine lines and shading to make the scene feel calm and real. The bridge looks sturdy but unassuming, like it’s been there for a long time. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this drawing in person.

The story of this work

Overview

The artwork is a charcoal drawing by Arthur Ditchfield from 1876, depicting a landscape featuring a bridge spanning a river.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

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