The Lake of Lucerne
1860
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
About the artist
1860
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
The Lake of Lucerne is a 1860 watercolor by John MacWhirter, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a misty lake with soft, rolling hills and distant mountains. The sky is pale and light, blending into the water’s surface. In the foreground, a rocky shore leads to a small village with a few buildings and trees. The brushstrokes are loose and watery, giving the scene a dreamy, light-filled look. This style was common in watercolors of the time. Next, check out Realism to see how artists captured everyday scenes with simple, honest details.
The watercolour titled "The Lake of Lucerne" was created by John MacWhirter in 1860 and is signed by the artist.
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