Open full image Pin
Oliver Cromwell's House in Ely, by Unknown, watercolor, 1850

Oliver Cromwell's House in Ely

Unknown

1850

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Oliver Cromwell's House in Ely is a 1850 watercolor by Unknown, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This watercolour painting shows a house with a large roof and chimneys. There are trees and bushes around the house, and a field in front of it with a few animals. The sky is light and cloudy. The house seems to be in a rural area, and the painting gives a sense of peace and quiet. The artist used soft colours to create a calm atmosphere. If you like this painting, you might also want to explore the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour drawing from 1850 depicts Oliver Cromwell's house in Ely, set within a surrounding landscape and including human figures.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

More by Unknown

Artifact World Gallery — 100,000 artworks Get the app