View on the Thames near Sonning
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a quiet riverside scene with a small house and a tree near the water. Two people—a child and an adult—walk along the path beside the river. The house has a chimney and a lean-to shed, while the water reflects a distant bridge and ruins in the background. The artist used soft, watery lines to blur edges, giving the scene a dreamy feel. The colors are muted, like an overcast day. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
