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The Mouth of the Seine. Shore scene at low tide

Mary Cox Palethorpe

1907

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Impressionism Early Modern

Dominant colour

The Mouth of the Seine. Shore scene at low tide is a 1907 watercolor by Mary Cox Palethorpe, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Mary Cox Palethorpe
When & what style?: 1907 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet beach at low tide. The sand is light, almost golden, with soft waves lapping at the shore. In the distance, a line of rocks and a few small buildings sit near the water’s edge, while the sky stays pale and hazy. The artist used watercolor to keep the scene simple and dreamy, blending colors smoothly. There’s no drama—just calm light and empty space. If you like this gentle style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.