Who painted Anne of Cleves' House (North Elevation), Ditchling, Sussex?

Anne of Cleves' House (North Elevation), Ditchling, Sussex was painted by Charles Knight in 1940.

Where can I see Anne of Cleves' House (North Elevation), Ditchling, Sussex?

Anne of Cleves' House (North Elevation), Ditchling, Sussex is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Anne of Cleves' House (North Elevation), Ditchling, Sussex?

Anne of Cleves' House (North Elevation), Ditchling, Sussex is associated with British Romanticism.

Artwork

Anne of Cleves' House (North Elevation), Ditchling, Sussex

Charles Knight , 1940

Anne of Cleves' House (North Elevation), Ditchling, Sussex is a watercolor work on paper by the British Romanticist artist Charles Knight. It dates from 1940 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Anne of Cleves' House (North Elevation), Ditchling, Sussex is a watercolour painting depicting the north side of a medieval, timber-framed house in Sussex, formerly owned by Anne of Cleves. The work showcases the building's eclectic construction, blending local materials.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a historic house in Ditchling, its appearance reflecting traditional, adaptive building practices. The painting's creation was motivated by the need to document Britain's architectural heritage during WWII, under the 'Recording Britain' project.

Technique & Style

The watercolour features a muted palette dominated by browns, greys, and whites, conveying a sense of quiet, rural charm. The style emphasizes the structural and textural details of the building, with noticeable contrasts in material and condition.

History & Provenance

Created in 1940 for the 'Recording Britain' project, the painting was part of an initiative funded by the Pilgrim Trust and led by Sir Kenneth Clark, aiming to preserve visual records of Britain's landscape and architecture during wartime.

Context

The project's context was one of concern over the potential destruction of Britain's heritage sites during WWII and the rapid modernization of rural and urban areas, prompting a national effort to visually document its cultural landscape.