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Brympton d'Evercy, by Paul Ayshford Methuen, watercolor

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Overview

Brympton d'Evercy is a watercolor by Paul Ayshford Methuen, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Paul Ayshford Methuen
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a grand building with two rows of tall, arched windows. The walls are light beige, and the windows have white frames with small panes. A balcony runs along the top, with decorative railings and statues at regular intervals. Below, there’s a staircase leading up to a lower balcony with more windows and ornate stonework. The artist used soft watercolor strokes, keeping the colors muted and blending them smoothly. The building looks old but well-kept, with a sense of symmetry and order. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour and chalk drawing depicts Brympton d'Evercy, a manor house.

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About the artist

Portrait of Paul Ayshford Methuen
Artist

Paul Ayshford Methuen

Paul Ayshford Methuen, 4th Baron Methuen was a painter, zoologist and landowner.

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