Elm Hall, Wanstead
1941
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1941
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This watercolor shows a quiet street scene with two buildings. One is a small house with a sloped roof, bare trees in front, and a person sitting on a bench. The other building has a sign that reads "Jolliffe" and looks like a shop or inn. The colors are soft—mostly browns, grays, and muted greens—with loose, sketchy brushstrokes. The artist used quick, light strokes to suggest movement in the trees and sky, almost like wind. The buildings look old but cozy, with simple details like wooden railings and small windows. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
