Who painted Shepperton Lock?

Shepperton Lock was painted by Henry Cole in 1840.

Where can I see Shepperton Lock?

Shepperton Lock is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Shepperton Lock?

Shepperton Lock is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Shepperton Lock

Henry Cole , 1840

Shepperton Lock is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Henry Cole. It dates from 1840 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Shepperton Lock is a pencil drawing created in 1840, signed with the artist's monogram. It presents a tranquil scene of a lock and its surroundings.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a lock with figures standing on it, surrounded by a fence and trees in the background. The serene atmosphere evokes a sense of calm and peacefulness.

Technique & Style

Rendered in a simple yet effective style, the drawing features clean lines and minimal shading, capturing the tranquility of the scene.

Context

This work is associated with the Romanticism movement, which often emphasized the beauty and emotional resonance of natural landscapes and everyday scenes.

Artist & collection

Artist

Henry Cole

Henry Cole drew what he saw in mid-1800s Britain. Try his pencil sketch *From Window in Stamford Street, Blackfriars* (1828), a quiet city view over rooftops, or *From the Mill, Chilham* (1846), a riverside mill caught…