Who painted On the East Lyn, North Devon?

On the East Lyn, North Devon was painted by William Henry Millais in 1865.

Where can I see On the East Lyn, North Devon?

On the East Lyn, North Devon is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is On the East Lyn, North Devon?

On the East Lyn, North Devon is associated with Impressionism.

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Artwork

On the East Lyn, North Devon

William Henry Millais , 1865

On the East Lyn, North Devon is a gouache drawing by the Impressionist artist William Henry Millais. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in red gouache: W. Millais / E. Lyn, N.D

About this work

Overview

On the East Lyn, North Devon is a watercolor drawing by William Henry Millais, dated circa 1865, capturing a peaceful natural scene.

Subject & Meaning

The artwork depicts a serene landscape along the East Lyn in North Devon, featuring a winding stream, rocks, trees, a distant mountain range, and deer, conveying a sense of tranquil life within the natural world.

Technique & Style

Millais employed watercolor combined with gouache and gum arabic on wove paper, achieving a soft, dreamy quality through blended colors that evoke depth and atmosphere.

Context

While predating the peak of Impressionism, the painting's emphasis on natural light, color, and outdoor setting shares affinities with the emerging movement's principles.