Old Coventry
1809
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1809
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a quiet riverside town with two tall church spires rising above brick buildings. The water in the foreground is calm, and a small dock juts out near a row of houses. Trees line the right side, their branches loose and sketchy, while the sky is soft and pale. The artist left some areas lightly shaded, focusing more on shapes than details. The buildings look old but sturdy, with chimneys and simple windows. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
