The Bar Parlour
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
The Bar Parlour is a 1850 watercolor by Charles Green, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This sketch shows four men sitting around a small table in a dimly lit room. They’re dressed in old-fashioned suits, hats, and coats, and one has a beard. The man on the left holds a pipe, while the others seem to be drinking and talking. On the wall behind them is a small framed picture of a landscape. The artist used quick, loose brushstrokes to capture their expressions and movements. The lighting is soft, making some faces stand out while others blend into the shadows. Want to see more by the artist? Check out Green, Charles.
