Artwork

Valley du Denacre, Boulogne

Valley du Denacre, Boulogne, by Henry Cole, 1854
Valley du Denacre, Boulogne, by Henry Cole, 1854

Valley du Denacre, Boulogne is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Henry Cole. It dates from 1854 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Valley du Denacre, Boulogne is a drawing created in 1854 using pencil and wash. It is signed with the artist's monogram and bears a title.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene landscape of a valley with rolling hills and trees. A winding road flanked by fields and trees is prominent in the foreground, evoking a sense of quiet contemplation.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a range of values and techniques, including cross-hatching and stippling, to achieve depth and texture. Muted tones contribute to the overall subdued atmosphere of the work.

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…