Pews in St Mary's Church, Whitby
1940
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1940
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows the interior of a church. There are wooden pews in the foreground, with a tall, ornate pillar rising from the back of one pew. The background is a stone wall with large windows, and the ceiling is high and vaulted. The artist has used muted colors to create a sense of calm and serenity. The light from the windows casts a warm glow on the pews and the pillar, creating a sense of depth and dimension. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of artist Rowntree, Kenneth.
