Study of the sun and clouds

About this work

This painting shows soft, wavy lines of pale blue and gray blending into a faint yellow. The colors look like they’re fading, with some spots where the paper peeks through. A thin, lighter stripe runs near the top, almost like a horizon. The brushstrokes are loose and watery, giving a dreamy, misty feel. This style was common in early 19th-century watercolors. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this in person.