Grey Day, Rottingdean
1920
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1920
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Grey Day, Rottingdean is a 1920 watercolor by Lintott, a Impressionism work, depicting catalogue, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This watercolor shows a quiet beach scene on a gloomy day. The sky is heavy with clouds, almost touching the dark waves. In the distance, a small building sits alone near the water, with a few trees scattered around it. The colors are muted—mostly grays and soft blues—making the scene feel calm but a little sad. The artist focused on light and shadow to create depth, even though the colors are simple. The brushstrokes are smooth, blending the sky and sea together. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more of this artist’s work.