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Squirrel Lane, near Magham Down, Sussex, by Roberto Angelo Kittermaster Marshall, watercolor, 1876

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Overview

Squirrel Lane, near Magham Down, Sussex is a 1876 watercolor by Roberto Angelo Kittermaster Marshall, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

When & what style?
1876 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a winding dirt path through a countryside scene. On the right, a woman in a blue dress walks beside a child, both looking toward a flock of sheep grazing ahead. The path is lined with bushes and trees in shades of green and gold, with a hazy valley stretching into the distance. The artist used soft colors to make the scene feel peaceful and warm. The sheep and the woman’s calm walk suggest everyday rural life. Next, look up watercolor, glazing to see how artists build light and depth in this medium.

About the artist

Portrait of Roberto Angelo Kittermaster Marshall
Artist

Roberto Angelo Kittermaster Marshall

Roberto Angelo Kittermaster Marshall (1849–1902) was an artist.

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