Near Dolgelly

About this work

This painting shows a rugged valley with steep cliffs and rocky slopes. A winding river cuts through the center, and the land rises into distant hills. The colors are mostly muted blues, grays, and soft whites, with patches of green where trees cling to the hillsides. The artist used quick, sketchy strokes to capture the rough texture of the rocks and uneven terrain. It looks like they were in a hurry to get the scene down before the light changed. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this in person.