The Bathroom, Ashopton Inn

The Bathroom, Ashopton Inn

Rowntree

1940

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a small, simple bathroom with wooden walls and a sink under a mirror. Two white basins sit side by side, with a towel draped over the edge. A red sign with white text hangs on the wall, and the floor has a thin border of patterned tiles. The roof above looks slanted, with a small window letting in light. The artist used flat colors and clean lines, making the room feel plain but orderly. The sign’s text is written in a way that looks hand-painted, adding a touch of everyday life to the scene. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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