Coast Scene near Scarborough

Coast Scene near Scarborough

John Louis Petit

1830

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a small boat sailing near a rocky shore. The water is choppy, painted in soft blues and whites, while the cliffs behind it are muted browns and grays. The sky is light and hazy, blending into the horizon. The brushstrokes are loose, giving the scene a dreamy, slightly rough look. This style was common in watercolors of the time. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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