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Untitled, by Bertram Potter, watercolor, 1882

Untitled

Bertram Potter

1882

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Untitled is a 1882 watercolor by Bertram Potter, a Impressionism work, depicting Bear, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Bertram Potter
When & what style?
1882 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This sketch shows a grizzly bear walking on all fours. The fur is drawn with quick, dark strokes, giving it a rough, textured look. The background is mostly white, with a few small marks for snow or dirt near the bear’s feet. The artist used simple watercolor to focus on the bear’s shape and movement. The lines are loose but confident, making the bear look strong and real. Want to see more? Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The story of this work

Overview

A monochrome watercolour drawing by Bertram Potter depicts a grizzly bear. The work was acquired by the Victoria and Albert Museum in 1973 as part of the Linder Bequest, which includes approximately 2,150 items such as watercolours, drawings, manuscripts, correspondence, books, photographs, and other memorabilia related to Beatrix Potter and her family.

Read the full account in the museum source.

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