The Mill
1753
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1753
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a small house built right into a rocky hillside. The roof looks heavy, like it’s made of stone or wood. A few tiny figures walk near the house, but they’re hard to see. The background has big rocks and trees, all painted in soft, muted colors. The artist used watercolor, which makes the scene look a little blurry and dreamy. The house seems to grow out of the rock, almost like it’s part of nature. Look up Nicholson, Francis to see more of his landscapes.
