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Harlech Castle

John Varley

1850

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Early 19th Century Landscape

Dominant colour

Harlech Castle is a 1850 watercolor by John Varley, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

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

About this work

This painting shows a landscape with a castle on a hill in the distance. The castle is surrounded by trees and a body of water is visible in the foreground. The scene is depicted in muted colors, with shades of brown and green dominating the palette. The brushstrokes are soft and gentle, giving the painting a sense of serenity. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you can look up Varley, John.