Rocky dingle with stream and deer

Rocky dingle with stream and deer

Ditchfield

1876

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet forest scene with a small stream cutting through rocky hills. Tall trees stand on a grassy slope, their green leaves bright against the soft light. A deer stands near the center, while two foxes rest in the foreground by the water. The artist used loose, flowing brushstrokes to capture the natural feel of the landscape. The colors are warm and earthy, with hints of purple in the shadows. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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