Who painted Flanders House, Keynsham?

Flanders House, Keynsham was painted by Ginger in 1942.

Where can I see Flanders House, Keynsham?

Flanders House, Keynsham is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Flanders House, Keynsham?

Flanders House, Keynsham is associated with Regionalism.

Artwork

Flanders House, Keynsham

Ginger , 1942

Flanders House, Keynsham is a watercolor work on paper by the Regionalist artist Ginger. It dates from 1942 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Flanders House, Keynsham is a 1942 watercolour depicting a white Georgian town house in Keynsham, viewed from an oblique angle, surrounded by a garden and trees.

Subject & Meaning

The painting captures a serene domestic scene, emphasizing the tranquil atmosphere of a specific British locale during wartime. Its creation was driven by the 'Recording Britain' initiative, aiming to document emblematic English places and buildings amidst wartime threats.

Technique & Style

Characterized by light, loose watercolour brushstrokes, the work conveys a sense of calm through simple shapes and a muted colour palette, including a pale blue sky, white house, and accents of bright orange flowers.

History & Provenance

Commissioned under Sir Kenneth Clark's 'Recording Britain' project (1940-1943), this watercolour is part of a larger collection of over 1,500 artworks documenting Britain's changing landscape during WWII.

Context

Created during World War II, the piece reflects the initiative's goal to preserve a visual record of Britain's national identity through its architecture, landscapes, and rural scenes, amidst the backdrop of war and social change.