Quimperlé, Brittany
1885
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1885
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Quimperlé, Brittany is a 1885 watercolor by William Holt Yates Titcomb, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This watercolor shows a quiet riverside scene. A row of old stone buildings lines the bank, their windows and doors simple and worn. The water below is calm, with a small boat tied up near the shore. Two people stand on the edge—one bending over, maybe to pick something up, while the other holds a long pole. The brushstrokes are loose, letting the colors blend softly. The artist focused on light and everyday life, not perfect details. The buildings look old but sturdy, and the sky is muted, like a cloudy day. If you like this style, check out Impressionism.
A watercolour drawing titled *Quimperlé, Brittany* was created by William Holt Yates Titcomb in 1885. The work is signed and includes the title as an inscription.
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A British watercolorist active in late 1800s France, Titcomb painted quiet towns and old buildings in Brittany and on the island of Oléron.
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