Who painted Hastings Beach?

Hastings Beach was painted by Joshua Cristall in 1820.

Where can I see Hastings Beach?

Hastings Beach is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Hastings Beach?

Hastings Beach is associated with British Romanticism.

Artwork

Hastings Beach

Joshua Cristall , 1820

Hastings Beach is a watercolor work on paper by the British Romanticist artist Joshua Cristall. It dates from 1820 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Hastings Beach is a watercolour painting created by Joshua Cristall circa 1820, capturing a dynamic coastal landscape.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a rocky coastline with jagged cliffs, a beach, small buildings, and distant ships, emphasizing the interplay of natural and human elements within a rugged environment.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose, expressive brushstrokes and an emphasis on textured, uneven rock formations, the work reflects a style that prioritizes capturing the immediacy and vitality of the natural world.

History & Provenance

Previously owned by Mrs. F. L. Evans, the piece was sold at Sotheby's as Lot 47 on 23 January 1957, with its circa 1820 dating inferred from an inscription.