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Pond with water lilies, by Unknown, watercolor, 1825

Pond with water lilies

Unknown

1825

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Pond with water lilies is a 1825 watercolor by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1825 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet pond covered in water lilies and floating leaves. The water is calm, with just a few ripples, and the edges of the pond are lined with tall reeds. In the background, a misty forest of trees blends into a soft, hazy sky. The artist used light, loose brushstrokes to suggest movement in the water and foliage, making the scene feel alive without sharp details. The colors are muted greens, blues, and grays, giving it a peaceful, dreamy mood. If you like this style, look up Romanticism next to see how artists used nature to express emotion.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour painting from 1825 portrays a pond featuring water lilies.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

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