Artwork
Courtyard of a house in Pune
Courtyard of a house in Pune is a paint painting by the Impressionist artist William Carpenter. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Courtyard of a house in Pune is a painting by William Carpenter, created during his time in India.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the courtyard of a house used as a school for Hindus, likely the Visram Bagh Palace in Pune's Budhwar district, showcasing an old Maratha palace with wooden pillars and carved capitals.
History & Provenance
William Carpenter traveled extensively in India from 1850 until his return to England in 1856. He later lived in Boston and eventually returned to London, where he died in 1899.
Technique & Style
Carpenter's work displays a particular interest in capturing local costume, agriculture, and daily life, reflecting his detailed observation of Indian culture.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Carpenter (1818–1899) was an English watercolour artist. He travelled for six or seven years in the 1850s painting scenes of India, its people and its life. The Victoria and Albert Museum bought over 280 of his…
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