Artwork
The Port of Pride
The Port of Pride is a watercolor work on paper by the Regionalist artist Charles Robinson. It dates from 1930 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Port of Pride is a watercolour painting created by Charles Robinson in 1930. It is the right panel of a triptych and is signed by the artist.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a crowded, dimly lit interior scene with figures in varied attire. A woman in a red dress and a man leaning on a candlestick are prominent. The atmosphere is mysterious, with uneven lighting and shadows.
Technique & Style
Executed in watercolour, the work features muted yet warm colours, giving it a soft appearance. The artist's style reflects eclectic influences, including Dürer, the Pre-Raphaelites, and Japanese print techniques.
History & Provenance
The painting was bequeathed to the Victoria and Albert Museum in 1982 by Edith Mary Robinson, the artist's daughter.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Robinson painted dreamy watercolors in the 1930s, soft hills, medieval villages, and gentle nudes all in delicate washes.
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