Cottages
1884
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1884
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows two simple houses with red roofs nestled in a quiet countryside. One has a small attached shed, and the other looks older with a thatched look. Trees dot the background, and a fence runs along the bottom edge, leading your eye toward a distant hill. The artist used soft watercolor strokes to keep things light and airy, almost like a sketch. The colors are muted—earthy browns, pale greens, and a sky full of gentle clouds. If you like this style, check out Impressionism.
