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Fishermen and boats near Edgecumbe, Cornwall, by Dorrell, watercolor, 1800

Fishermen and boats near Edgecumbe, Cornwall

Dorrell

1800

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Fishermen and boats near Edgecumbe, Cornwall is a 1800 watercolor by Dorrell, a British Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Dorrell
When & what style?
1800 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This watercolour painting shows a serene scene of fishermen and boats near Edgecumbe, Cornwall. The image features a calm sea with boats and people on the shore, set against a backdrop of hills. The artist has used soft colours to create a peaceful atmosphere. In the foreground, a group of people are gathered near the shore, while others are seen on the boats. The painting also features a few buildings and trees in the distance. The overall effect is one of tranquility and stillness. If you're interested in learning more about the Romanticism movement, which this painting is a part of, you might want to explore the works of other artists who were also associated with this style.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour by Dorrell from around 1800 shows fishermen and boats near Edgecumbe in Cornwall.

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