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The Spread Eagle, Millbank

John Varley

1850

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

The Spread Eagle, Millbank 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 quiet street by a river, lined with old buildings and trees. On the left, a small shop with a sign hangs over the sidewalk, and a few people walk along the path. To the right, a bench sits under a tree, and a dog wanders near a stone wall. In the distance, boats float on the water, and the sky is soft with light clouds. The artist used watercolor to keep the scene simple and airy, with gentle colors blending together. The buildings look plain but cozy, and the trees add a touch of green to the otherwise muted tones. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.