Artwork
Laund House Farm. Bolton Abbey
Laund House Farm. Bolton Abbey is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Beatrix Potter. It dates from 6 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. Laund House Farm.
About this work
Overview
Laund House Farm. Bolton Abbey is a watercolour painting depicting a serene rural landscape.
Subject & Meaning
The scene features a farmhouse behind a stone wall, with a prominent tree and winding path in the foreground. The tranquil atmosphere is enhanced by the artist's use of soft colours and gentle light.
Technique & Style
The painting is characterised by loose brushstrokes and a focus on simple shapes, giving it a natural, unfinished quality. The colour palette is predominantly composed of greens, browns, and pale yellows.
History & Provenance
The artwork was acquired by the Victoria and Albert Museum in October 2006 from Joan Duke. Beatrix Potter, a notable figure, stayed at Laund House in July 1902 and recorded her experiences in a letter to Freda Moore.
Artist & collection
Artist
Helen Beatrix Heelis (née Potter; 28 July 1866 – 22 December 1943), usually known as Beatrix Potter ( BEE-ə-triks), was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist.
