The Old Oxyard, Oare
1942
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1942
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a quiet courtyard framed by a wooden archway. Inside, there are old houses with steep, thatched roofs and chimneys poking up. The ground is uneven, with patches of grass and scattered stones. The colors are mostly earthy—browns, greens, and muted yellows—with some blue in the sky peeking through. The artist used quick, loose brushstrokes to suggest texture, like the rough thatch and the weathered wood. The light feels soft, as if it’s a calm, overcast day. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this painting in person.
