Artwork
No. 3, (Coleridge's House) & No.4, The Grove, Highgate.
No. 3, (Coleridge's House) & No.4, The Grove, Highgate. is a watercolor work on paper by the Art Brut artist Du Plessis. It dates from 1940 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. No.
About this work
Overview
No. 3, (Coleridge's House) & No.4, The Grove, Highgate is a watercolour painting created by Du Plessis in 1940.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts two buildings in Highgate, Coleridge's House and The Grove, set amidst a garden with a prominent tree. The scene captures the tranquil atmosphere of the location, highlighting its architectural and natural features.
Technique & Style
The watercolour is executed with loose, rapid brushstrokes, conveying a sense of freshness and spontaneity. The colour palette is light and natural, with an emphasis on capturing the details of the scene without the use of dark shadows.
History & Provenance
The painting was produced as part of the Recording Britain project, commissioned by the Committee for the Employment of Artists in Wartime and funded by the Pilgrim Trust, with the aim of documenting Britain's heritage during World War II.
Artist & collection
Artist
Plessis Plessy, and de Plessis are related surnames of French origin, may refer to:
