Who painted 18th Century Houses, South Quay, Yarmouth?

18th Century Houses, South Quay, Yarmouth was painted by Antonis Mor.

Where can I see 18th Century Houses, South Quay, Yarmouth?

18th Century Houses, South Quay, Yarmouth is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is 18th Century Houses, South Quay, Yarmouth?

18th Century Houses, South Quay, Yarmouth is associated with Naïve art.

Artwork

18th Century Houses, South Quay, Yarmouth

Antonis Mor

18th Century Houses, South Quay, Yarmouth is a watercolor work on paper by the Naïve art artist Antonis Mor. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This 1940 watercolour captures a serene scene of 18th-century houses along South Quay in Great Yarmouth, characterized by tall, narrow windows, dark roofs, and chimneys, set against a pale, overcast sky with ships in the distance.

Subject & Meaning

The painting documents historic British architecture, reflecting the Recording Britain project's goal to preserve vulnerable landscapes and support artists during wartime economic uncertainty.

Technique & Style

Executed with soft, light strokes, the watercolour features muted browns, grays, and blues, creating a hazy, calm atmosphere reminiscent of an old town.

History & Provenance

Created for the Recording Britain project (led by Sir Kenneth Clark, funded by the Pilgrim Trust), this work is part of a collection of over 1,500 pieces by 97 artists, aiming to record Britain's 'changing face' during WWII.

18th Century Houses, South Quay, Great Yarmouth, Mona Moore

Artist & collection

Artist

Antonis Mor

Anthonis Mor, also known as Anthonis Mor van Dashorst and Antonio Moro (c. 1517 – 1577), was a Netherlandish portrait painter, much in demand by the courts of Europe. He has also been referred to as Antoon, Anthonius,…