Bethesda Methodist Chapel and Churchyard, Hanley, Staffordshire
1943
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1943
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a quiet churchyard with old gravestones and a few trees. Behind it, there’s a brick church with a round tower and tall chimneys. The colors are soft—dull greens, browns, and grays—with a little water in the foreground. The artist focused on everyday details, like the weathered headstones and the simple church design. This was painted in 1943, during a time when many artists turned to local scenes. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more of this artist’s work.
