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St Austell, by Thomas Rowlandson, watercolor, 1850

St Austell

Thomas Rowlandson

1850

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

St Austell is a 1850 watercolor by Thomas Rowlandson, a Rococo painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Thomas Rowlandson
When & what style?
1850 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quaint street scene with a mix of old and new buildings. People are going about their daily business, with some carrying baskets or riding horses. The buildings are mostly white, with a few trees scattered around. In the background, a large church stands out, adding to the sense of community and history. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet activity, with people going about their daily lives. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this charming scene, you might want to look up Rowlandson, Thomas.

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