Artwork
Tomb of St. Louis on the ruins of Carthage
Tomb of St. Louis on the ruins of Carthage is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist John Baptist Joseph Dormer. It dates from 1870 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. A watercolour painting depicting a serene landscape with the Tomb of St.
About this work
Overview
A watercolour painting depicting a serene landscape with the Tomb of St. Louis among the Carthage ruins.
Subject & Meaning
The work shows a hillside scene with a small building and a distant dome, identified as the Tomb of St. Louis, set amidst a rocky terrain with sparse vegetation under a hazy sky. Earthy tones dominate the muted colour palette.
Technique & Style
The painting is executed in watercolour, with soft and hazy effects achieved through the use of muted colours.
History & Provenance
The watercolour was acquired in October 1975 from Alister Mathews for £30.
Artist & collection
Artist
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