Ragusa
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Ragusa is a 1850 watercolor by A. Stolypin, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a narrow alley framed by old stone buildings. The walls are rough, with patches of faded plaster and a few small windows. A wooden door stands slightly open in the center, leading to a dark hallway. Above, a tree with green leaves grows from the rooftop, adding a touch of nature to the urban scene. The colors are muted, with earthy browns and soft grays dominating the view. The brushstrokes are loose, almost sketchy, giving the scene a quick, impressionistic feel. The artist seems to focus on textures—like the worn steps and uneven walls—rather than perfect detail. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more works like it.
A. Stolypin carried a small watercolor set everywhere, sketching seaside towns the way others might jot down grocery lists. He never left home without it, not even on that trip to Dubrovnik, where he captured Ragusa’s…
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