Artwork
Castle on a River
Castle on a River is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist Robert Walter Weir. It dates from 1801 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left of mount in graphite by unknown hand: For Mrs. Tucerman / with Mr. Weirs [sic] compliments
About this work
Overview
Castle on a River is a watercolor drawing created in 1801 by Robert Walter Weir, depicting a serene riverside landscape.
Subject & Meaning
The scene features two individuals resting or conversing on a grassy riverbank, with a distant castle or antiquated building situated on a rocky hill, accompanied by grazing sheep. The composition conveys a sense of tranquility.
Technique & Style
Weir employed watercolor over graphite on wove paper, utilizing thin, layered washes (a technique known as glazing) to achieve a dreamy, hazy effect, characterized by soft, warm, and slightly transparent colors.
Context
The artwork's warm, airy sky and peachy-pink hilled landscape reflect a romanticized naturalism, typical of early 19th-century watercolor landscapes that emphasized serene and idyllic settings.
History & Provenance
Created in 1801, specific details regarding the artwork's ownership history and exhibitions are not provided in the available information.
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