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Bridge at Kippenross, near Dunblane

Edward Goodwin

1808

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

British Romanticism Romanticism Early 19th Century Landscape

Dominant colour

Bridge at Kippenross, near Dunblane is a 1808 watercolor by Edward Goodwin, a British Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Edward Goodwin
When & what style?: 1808 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet river scene with a small stone bridge in the middle. A lone figure stands on the bridge, looking out over the water. The trees around are a mix of green and brown, with some leaves just starting to change color. The sky above is partly cloudy, letting in soft light that brightens the scene. The artist used light washes of color to make the landscape feel airy and natural. The brushstrokes are loose, giving the trees and water a gentle, almost sketchy look. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.