General view of Hanley and Burslem, from near Wolstanton
1943
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1943
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a town by a river, with big factories and tall chimneys puffing smoke. The buildings are mostly brown and gray, sitting on a grassy bank. The sky is light blue with soft clouds, and the water looks calm. The artist focused on how the factories and hills look from far away. The colors are muted, making the scene feel quiet despite all the industry. Look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
