Windmill near Norwich
1804
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
1804
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
This painting shows a windmill on a hill, with a person and a horse below it. The windmill has a large wheel and a small door at the bottom. The person is wearing a hat and holding a rope attached to the horse. The horse is white and has a saddle on its back. The painting is done in oil paint, which gives it a rich and textured look. The colors are muted, with shades of brown and gray dominating the scene. The artist, John Crome, was an English painter known for his landscapes. This painting is held at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston. Next, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
