Artwork
Cyprus
Cyprus is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Tristram James Ellis. It dates from 1879 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Cyprus is a watercolour painting created by Tristram James Ellis in 1879. It depicts a serene coastal scene on the island of Cyprus.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a tranquil landscape with calm water, a rocky shoreline, and distant hills. A few small boats are present, and the dry, golden land is dotted with greenery near the water's edge. The soft, misty mountains and pale sky convey a sense of peacefulness.
Technique & Style
Ellis employed light, loose brushstrokes to capture the natural light and colours of the scene. The focus is on conveying the serenity of the landscape, rather than precise details.
History & Provenance
The painting may have been exhibited at the Belgian Gallery in London in 1879. It was later sold at Phillips auction house in May 1973 to Holder for £25, as recorded by Rodney Searight.
Artist & collection
Artist
Tristram Ellis spent years walking Cyprus with a sketchbook, returning to England to paint its landscapes from memory.
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