Market Place, Hull
1770
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1770
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Market Place, Hull is a 1770 watercolor by Malton, a Rococo painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a bustling market scene, with a statue of a man on horseback at its center. The statue is situated on a pedestal, surrounded by a black fence. In the foreground, people are engaged in various activities, such as walking, standing, or sitting. On the right side of the image, a horse-drawn carriage is visible, while on the left, several buildings with windows and chimneys can be seen. The sky above is a light blue hue with white clouds. The artist has employed a range of colors to bring the scene to life, from the earthy tones of the buildings to the vibrant hues of the people's clothing. The overall effect is one of energy and activity, capturing the vibrant atmosphere of a bustling market. To learn more about the artistic style that influenced this painting, explore the Romanticism movement.
