Dr. Monro's house, Winster
1800
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1800
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a large, two-story stone house with many small windows. The roof has steep angles and chimneys. In front, a person is pushing a wheelbarrow along a dirt path, and a fountain sits near the steps. Trees with green leaves surround the house, and the sky is soft and pale. The artist used loose, watery brushstrokes to show light and shadow, especially on the trees and walls. The house looks old and grand, but the painting feels fresh and alive. Next, check out Romanticism to see how artists like this one used nature and emotion in their work.
