Old Ridge Farm
1917
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1917
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a quiet farm scene with a small wooden barn in the center. The barn has a thatched roof and sits next to a dirt path. Sheep graze in the grassy field, and a lone figure walks near the trees. Tall trees frame the left side, while the sky above is soft and pale. The artist used loose, sketchy brushstrokes to capture light and shadow. The colors are muted, with earthy browns and greens blending into the background. Look up Reid, John Robertson RA RI ROI to see more of his landscapes.