On the Wharfe, Yorkshire
1798
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1798
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a lone figure standing by a riverbank. Behind them, a steep cliff rises up, covered in trees and scrub. The water is calm, with a few sheep grazing near the shore. The colors are mostly browns and greens, giving it a quiet, earthy feel. The artist used soft edges to blur the distance, making the cliff look misty. This trick helps your eye focus on the person first. Want to see more? Check out Romanticism for similar landscapes.
