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River scene in Surrey, by Charles Claude Pyne, watercolor, 1822

River scene in Surrey

Charles Claude Pyne

1822

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

River scene in Surrey is a 1822 watercolor by Charles Claude Pyne, a Hudson River School Movement work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Charles Claude Pyne
When & what style?
1822 · Hudson River School Movement
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet riverbank with tall trees and soft grass. The trees have thick trunks and leafy branches, some leaning over the water. The colors are mostly earthy greens, browns, and pale yellows, with a light sky in the background. The brushstrokes are loose and watery, giving the scene a gentle, dreamy feel. This style fits the Romanticism movement, which loved nature’s peaceful side. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour by Charles Claude Pyne depicts a riverside scene in Surrey, featuring trees along the riverbank.

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