On the Moors
1877
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1877
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
On the Moors is a 1877 watercolor by Cuthbert Rigby, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a quiet country road winding through green, rolling hills. Three sheep stand near the center, looking toward the viewer, while a fourth grazes on the grass. The sky is pale and overcast, and the hills in the distance fade into soft, muted colors. The artist used light, loose brushstrokes to capture the texture of the grass and rocks, giving the scene a natural, slightly rough feel. This style was common in landscapes of the time. Look up Realism to see how artists like this one painted everyday scenes with careful attention to detail.
