Artwork
Landscape

Landscape is a watercolor work on paper by Copley Fielding. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
A serene watercolour landscape by Copley Fielding, dated to around 1850, is held in the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tranquil countryside scene with rolling hills, a winding dirt path, and a lone figure leading a small herd of cows. The muted colour palette and soft sky evoke a sense of calm, suggesting a universal English countryside setting.
Technique & Style
Fielding employed light, loose brushstrokes to convey a sense of movement and freshness in the landscape, creating a simple and unassuming representation of the natural world.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Anthony Vandyke Copley Fielding, commonly called Copley Fielding, was an English painter born in Sowerby, near Halifax, and famous for his watercolour landscapes.












