Lincoln Cathedral, from the Cloisters
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a huge stone cathedral with tall spires and pointed arches. In the foreground, a few people walk near a low wall, while a tree stands to one side. The sky is pale and hazy, making the building look soft and distant. The artist used watercolor to capture the light fading over the cathedral’s details. Notice how the colors blend smoothly, especially in the sky and stone. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this painting in person.
