Who painted Albenga, a town on the Riviera?

Albenga, a town on the Riviera was painted by Edward Henry Fahey in 1890.

Where can I see Albenga, a town on the Riviera?

Albenga, a town on the Riviera is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Albenga, a town on the Riviera?

Albenga, a town on the Riviera is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Albenga, a town on the Riviera

Edward Henry Fahey , 1890

Albenga, a town on the Riviera is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Edward Henry Fahey. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Albenga, a town on the Riviera is a watercolour painting by Edward Henry Fahey, created in 1890. It depicts a serene coastal town on the Italian Riviera.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows a tranquil town surrounded by hills, with low, warm-toned buildings and a few taller towers. Figures walk along a winding path lined with leafless trees, evoking a sense of stillness.

Technique & Style

Fahey employed transparent washes and fine brushwork to capture the soft, muted colours and the play of light on the scene, conveying a sense of calm and peacefulness.

History & Provenance

The artist's signature and date on the work confirm its authorship and date of creation.