1808
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
Buildings on a River is a 1808 oil by John Sell Cotman, held at National Galleries Scotland.
This painting shows a serene river scene with a large, old building on the riverbank. The building has a brown roof and tan walls, with a small boat in front of it. Two people are standing in the boat, and there's a small flag hanging from the building. The painting's colors are muted, with shades of brown, tan, and green. The overall atmosphere is peaceful and calm. You might also want to check out the work of John Sell Cotman (British, 1782–1842), the artist behind this piece.
John Sell Cotman (16 May 1782 – 24 July 1842) was an English marine and landscape painter, etcher, illustrator, and a leading member of the Norwich School of painters.
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