Who painted St. Michael's Church, Stone?

St. Michael's Church, Stone was painted by Puller.

Where can I see St. Michael's Church, Stone?

St. Michael's Church, Stone is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is St. Michael's Church, Stone?

St. Michael's Church, Stone is associated with Art Brut.

Can I buy a print of St. Michael's Church, Stone?

Museum-quality prints of St. Michael's Church, Stone are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

St. Michael's Church, Stone

Puller

St. Michael's Church, Stone is a watercolor work on paper by the Art Brut artist Puller. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This watercolour, created in 1943 by Puller, is a serene depiction of a village scene. It is part of the 'Recording Britain' collection, a government-funded initiative to document Britain's landscape during World War II.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows St. Michael's Church in Stone, set behind a row of old brick houses and a waterway. The scene conveys a sense of traditional British village life, with the church tower prominent among the buildings.

Technique & Style

The artist employed soft colours, including browns, greens, and pale blues, to maintain a calm atmosphere. Loose, sketchy brushstrokes give the work a gentle, unfinished quality.

History & Provenance

The work was created as part of the 'Recording Britain' scheme, led by Sir Kenneth Clark and funded by the Pilgrim Trust, to preserve scenes threatened by wartime destruction and modernization.