Who painted Landscape Composition?

Landscape Composition was painted by David Cox in 1825.

Where can I see Landscape Composition?

Landscape Composition is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Landscape Composition?

Landscape Composition is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Landscape Composition?

Museum-quality prints of Landscape Composition are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Landscape Composition

David Cox , 1825

Landscape Composition is a watercolor work on paper by the Romanticist artist David Cox. It dates from 1825 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

David Cox's 1825 watercolour, Landscape Composition, is a serene landscape painting.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a tranquil scene featuring a columned building, possibly a temple, in the distance. A large tree and a body of water dominate the foreground, with the water reflecting the sky's light.

Technique & Style

The watercolour medium is used to create a soft, dreamy atmosphere, with gentle colours and subtle shading drawing the viewer's eye into the distance.

Context

This work is associated with the Romanticism movement, which emphasized evoking mood and atmosphere in art.

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Artist & collection

Artist

David Cox

David Cox (29 April 1783 – 7 June 1859) was an English landscape painter, one of the most important members of the Birmingham School of landscape artists and an early precursor of Impressionism.