One of 235 drawings of architectural subjects in France, Germany, and Italy

1890

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Architectural

Dominant colour

One of 235 drawings of architectural subjects in France, Germany, and Italy is a 1890 by Walter John Nash Millard, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Walter John Nash Millard
When & what style?: 1890 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This quick sketch shows a small church with a tall, pointed tower and arched windows. The building sits on a slight hill, with a staircase leading up to the entrance. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to capture the shape and light. The drawing looks like it was made fast, almost like a travel note. The church’s details are simple but clear—just enough to recognize the style. Look up cross-hatching next to see how artists build shading with lines.