Artwork
Design for a bathroom
Design for a bathroom is a watercolor work on paper by the Arts and Crafts movement artist Haynes. It dates from 1930 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Design for a bathroom is a watercolour work by Haynes, dating to circa 1930, now part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The piece depicts a serene, functional bathroom with an emphasis on everyday utility, featuring a sink, mirror, shower, and storage for personal items, conveying a sense of practicality and simplicity.
Technique & Style
Executed in watercolour, the work employs a predominantly neutral palette with accents of blue and brown, and a detailed rendering of tiled walls, fixtures, and furnishings.
History & Provenance
Created around 1930 by Haynes, the watercolour is currently housed at the Victoria and Albert Museum, where other works by the artist are also available for viewing.
Artist & collection
Artist
Haynes painted practical, early 20th-century interiors in watercolor. One sheet shows a sleek bathroom with tile stripes and a sunken tub, circa 1930. Their work belongs to a quiet moment when architects still drew by…
