Artwork
A Fall on the Mawddach near Dolgelly
A Fall on the Mawddach near Dolgelly is a watercolor work on paper by the American Folk Art artist John Pearson. It dates from 1801 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
A Fall on the Mawddach near Dolgelly is a watercolour painting created by John Pearson in 1801. The work features a signed and inscribed composition.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a rugged waterfall cascading down rocky cliffs into a misty pool, surrounded by dense foliage and moss-covered stones. Two small figures are present at the base, emphasizing the landscape's grandeur.
Technique & Style
Pearson employed soft washes of gray and green to convey the dynamic movement of the water, blurring its edges to capture its vitality. This approach was characteristic of early 19th-century watercolour techniques used to represent the power of nature.
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Artist & collection
Artist
John Pearson was a master craftsman of the Newlyn School and Guild of Handicraft. He worked in copper and his style is described as arts and crafts / Modern Style.
