Sherwood's Farm, near Bushey, Hertfordshire
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Sherwood's Farm, near Bushey, Hertfordshire is a 1850 watercolor by Unknown, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This watercolor shows a small house tucked into a wooded hillside. A winding path leads up to it, and two people stand near the door. The building has a steep roof and a chimney, with trees crowding close around it. The scene feels quiet and a little hidden. The artist used soft, blended lines to show the light filtering through the trees. The colors are muted, like faded greens and grays, giving the whole thing a dreamy, old feel. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this in person.
