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Lord Cremorne's Villa, Chelsea, by Rooker, watercolor, 1760

Lord Cremorne's Villa, Chelsea

Rooker

1760

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Lord Cremorne's Villa, Chelsea is a 1760 watercolor by Rooker, a Rococo painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Rooker
When & what style?
1760 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet countryside scene with a winding path and a fence. A large tree stands near a small house, while a lone rider on horseback moves along the road. In the distance, a river reflects the soft light, and a few people walk near the water’s edge. The artist used light washes of color to create a dreamy, hazy effect—like a misty day. The colors are mostly muted greens, browns, and grays, giving it a calm, peaceful mood. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour by Rooker from 1760 shows Lord Cremorne's Villa in Chelsea and bears the artist's signature.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

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