Artwork
The Backs, Cambridge: Twilight Scene
The Backs, Cambridge: Twilight Scene is a watercolor work on paper by the Post-Impressionist artist Albert Goodwin. It dates from 1908 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Backs, Cambridge: Twilight Scene is a watercolour painting created by Albert Goodwin in 1908, capturing a serene view of King's College in Cambridge at dusk.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tranquil river scene surrounded by bare trees and yellowing foliage, with King's College visible in the distance, its windows softly illuminated, reflecting the quiet atmosphere of the setting.
Technique & Style
Goodwin employed loose, soft brushstrokes to convey the gentle movement of the water and leaves, utilizing a predominantly muted colour palette with blues and grays to evoke the stillness of the twilight scene.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Albert "Ginger" Goodwin, nicknamed Ginger for his bright red hair, was a migrant coal miner who advocated for workers' rights and promoted the cause of unions in British Columbia, Canada.
