Artwork
Shirley Mill, Surrey
Shirley Mill, Surrey is a drawing by Robert Arthur Wilson. It dates from 1945 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Shirley Mill, Surrey is a drawing by Robert Arthur Wilson, created around 1945. It is a sketch of a windmill scene, held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a solitary windmill on a hillside, with angled blades and a tower featuring small windows. The surrounding landscape is rendered with loose lines, showing scattered houses and trees.
Technique & Style
The artist employed heavy shading to convey depth, particularly around the windmill's base. The overall effect is one of rough, spontaneous execution, suggesting a sketch made on location.
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