Who painted The Garden at Strawberry Hill?

The Garden at Strawberry Hill was painted by William Pars in 1772.

Where can I see The Garden at Strawberry Hill?

The Garden at Strawberry Hill is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is The Garden at Strawberry Hill?

The Garden at Strawberry Hill is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of The Garden at Strawberry Hill?

Museum-quality prints of The Garden at Strawberry Hill are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Garden at Strawberry Hill

William Pars , 1772

The Garden at Strawberry Hill is a watercolor work on paper by the Rococo painting artist William Pars. It dates from 1772 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Garden at Strawberry Hill is a 1772 watercolour painting by William Pars, depicting the north façade of Strawberry Hill House from the perspective of its flower garden.

Subject & Meaning

The painting captures a serene scene of the house's garden, with lush foliage, winding paths, and a solitary figure approaching the house, conveying a sense of peaceful domesticity.

Technique & Style

Executed in watercolour, the work features loose, expressive brushstrokes and a muted colour palette dominated by greens and browns, creating a soft, dreamy atmosphere.

History & Provenance

Commissioned by Horace Walpole, the painting remained in his collection before passing to Lord O'Hagan and later being sold at Christie's auction house in 1985.

Context

The painting reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of its time, aligning with the burgeoning Romantic movement's emphasis on emotion, imagination, and the beauty of natural settings.