The Wool Hall, Lavenham

About this work

This watercolor shows a row of old wooden buildings with steep, thatched roofs. The paint is light and sketchy, with soft gray and brown tones. One house has a covered porch supported by thick posts, and the street looks wet and muddy. The artist focused on the simple shapes and textures of the buildings—notice how the wood planks and thatch are just suggested, not detailed. This style keeps it loose and quick, like a snapshot. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.