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York Priory

Thomas Rowlandson

1780

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Rococo painting Romanticism 18th Century

Dominant colour

York Priory is a 1780 watercolor by Thomas Rowlandson, a Rococo painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Thomas Rowlandson
When & what style?: 1780 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a large, old building with a pointed roof and a tall, arched doorway. The building is made of stone and has many windows. People are standing around the building, and there are horses and carts nearby. The sky is cloudy. The painting is done in watercolor, which gives it a soft, dreamy look. The artist has used gentle colors to create a sense of calm and serenity. The painting is held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.