Study from nature near Handborough, Oxfordshire

About this work

This painting shows a flat, pale landscape with a quiet river cutting through the middle. The sky is a smooth, light beige, and the land is mostly soft greens and browns. A line of dark trees sits at the top of a gentle slope, with a few scattered trees farther back. The painting feels simple but careful—like the artist took time to notice small shifts in light. The river’s dark water contrasts with the lighter land, making it stand out. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.