Artwork
A clearing under snow
A clearing under snow is a watercolor work on paper by Beatrix Potter. It dates from 31 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Beatrix Potter painted "A clearing under snow" in watercolour on 31st January 1911. It shows a quiet woodland scene covered in snow.
Potter bought Hill Top in the Lake District in 1905. She loved sketching outdoors and once said the Lakeland landscape was "even more impressive in mist and snow."
Check out more of her work at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Overview
A clearing under snow is a watercolour painting created by Beatrix Potter on January 31, 1911. It depicts a serene woodland scene blanketed with snow.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a woodland clearing, likely inspired by the Lakeland landscape near Potter's home, Hill Top. The scene captures the quiet beauty of a snow-covered forest, reflecting Potter's appreciation for the landscape's misty and snowy conditions.
Technique & Style
Executed in watercolour, the work demonstrates Potter's skill in capturing the subtleties of natural light and colour. The use of pencil and wash adds depth and texture to the scene.
History & Provenance
Potter acquired Hill Top in 1905, after which she frequently sketched the surrounding landscape. This painting is one of many studies she made of the area in various seasons.
Artist & collection
Artist
Helen Beatrix Heelis (née Potter; 28 July 1866 – 22 December 1943), usually known as Beatrix Potter ( BEE-ə-triks), was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist.
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