Untitled
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This watercolor shows a busy square with a tall, decorated column at its center. The column has statues stacked up it, ending with a winged figure at the top. Around it, people walk, sit, and chat—some carrying bags or buckets. Buildings with steep roofs and small windows surround the square, and a few signs read "Café" and "Restaurant." The column looks like an old monument, maybe from a long time ago. The artist used light colors and soft lines to show the scene, focusing on everyday life around it. If you like this, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more of their collection.