Artwork

Dew

Dew, by Dollman, watercolor, 1875
Dew, by Dollman, watercolor, 1875

Dew is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Dollman. It dates from 1875 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Dew is a watercolour painting created by Dollman in 1875. It depicts a serene landscape with wildflowers and tall grasses.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows a quiet field under a pale sky, with soft colors and loose brushstrokes evoking a sense of gentle morning light. A few dark bushes and birds in flight add subtle depth to the scene.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a suggestive rather than detailed approach, capturing the essence of the landscape without rendering every element. This style is characterized by loose, sketch-like brushstrokes and a focus on light and color.

History & Provenance

The painting bears two distinct signatures from the artist, Dollman, indicating its authenticity and the artist's potential satisfaction with the work.

Artist & collection

Artist

Dollman

This artist painted quiet watercolours around the turn of the 20th century. Two of their works in our collection are The Cloud and Dew, both soft, pale scenes that catch light at dawn or dusk. They chose small…