Artwork

Snow scene showing a farm with outbuildings, and hillside beyond (near Sawrey)

Snow scene showing a farm with outbuildings, and hillside beyond (near Sawrey) is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Beatrix Potter. It dates from 3 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This watercolour depicts a snow-covered farm and hillside landscape.

About this work

This painting shows a farm with outbuildings and a hillside beyond, covered in snow.
Beatrix Potter made this watercolour study in 1909, while staying at her home in the Lake District. She enjoyed sketching outdoors, especially in mist and snow, which she thought made the landscape even more impressive.
You can learn more about the artist's other works at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Overview

This watercolour depicts a snow-covered farm and hillside landscape.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows a farm with outbuildings and a hillside beyond, captured in a snowy setting. The artist's appreciation for the landscape's beauty in adverse weather conditions is evident.

Technique & Style

Executed in watercolour, the study showcases the artist's skill in capturing the subtleties of natural light and atmosphere.

History & Provenance

Dated 3 March 1909, this work was created during the artist's stay at her home, Hill Top, in Near Sawrey.

Context

The watercolour is part of a series of studies of the Lakeland landscape made by the artist during her time at Hill Top, which she purchased in 1905.

Artist & collection

Artist

Beatrix Potter

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.