The Southdown, Underhill Road: Westwards from Poynings

The Southdown, Underhill Road: Westwards from Poynings

Charles Knight

1940

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This watercolor shows a quiet countryside scene with rolling hills and small farms. A winding road cuts through the middle, leading toward distant buildings. The colors are soft—light greens, browns, and pale blues—with a few darker patches near the rocks and trees. The artist used thin, delicate strokes to capture the landscape’s gentle shapes. The painting feels like a sketch, almost unfinished, but the details still stand out. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like it.

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