The Elm Walk.  A Wooded Park

The Elm Walk. A Wooded Park

William Grylls Addison

1880

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This watercolor shows a quiet park path lined with tall, leafy trees. The ground is damp-looking, with patches of sunlight breaking through the branches. A few figures walk in the distance, their shapes soft and blended into the scene. The artist focused on light and shadow to make the trees feel alive. The brushstrokes are loose, capturing movement instead of sharp details. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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