Artwork
Stair Hole, Lulworth Cove, Dorset
Stair Hole, Lulworth Cove, Dorset is a watercolor work on paper by Thomas Hennell. It dates from 1940 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Stair Hole, Lulworth Cove, Dorset is a watercolour painting by Thomas Hennell, created in 1940.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Lulworth Cove in Dorset, viewed from above, showcasing the cove's circular bay and surrounding cliffs. It was part of the 'Recording Britain' initiative, aiming to document culturally significant landscapes during World War II.
Technique & Style
Hennell's watercolour features loose, light brushstrokes and soft washes of green, brown, and grey, capturing the texture of the cliffs and the calmness of the water below.
History & Provenance
Commissioned by the Committee for the Employment of Artists in Wartime, the work reflects the wartime effort to preserve the British landscape.
Artist & collection
Artist
Thomas Hennell was a British artist and writer who specialised in illustrations and essays on the subject of the British countryside.
