The Red Lion, Fernhurst Green

About this work

This watercolor shows a quiet village scene with a pub called the Red Lion in the center. Three people walk around: one man leans on a cane near a bench, another walks toward the pub, and a third stands near the building’s entrance. The buildings are simple, with brick chimneys and wooden doors, and a flag hangs outside the pub. The artist used soft colors and loose lines to keep the scene gentle and everyday. The trees and grass are lightly sketched, giving the whole picture a calm, peaceful feel. Look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.