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St. Catherine's Chapel, above Artington and the River Wey, by Thomas Henry Hunn, watercolor, 1878

St. Catherine's Chapel, above Artington and the River Wey

Thomas Henry Hunn

1878

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

St. Catherine's Chapel, above Artington and the River Wey is a 1878 watercolor by Thomas Henry Hunn, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Thomas Henry Hunn
When & what style?
1878 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a serene landscape with a river, trees, and a building in the background. The scene is depicted in soft, muted colors. A small chapel is visible on a hill in the distance, surrounded by trees and a few buildings. The river in the foreground reflects the sky above, creating a sense of calmness. The painting's use of soft colors and gentle brushstrokes creates a peaceful atmosphere, inviting the viewer to step into the serene world depicted. To learn more about this style, explore the Impressionism movement.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour by Thomas Henry Hunn from 1878 depicts the River Wey near St Catherine's Chapel and College, with the artist's signature included.

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About the artist

Artist

Thomas Henry Hunn

A British watercolor artist active around the turn of the 20th century, Thomas Henry Hunn specialized in quiet scenes of southern England.

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