Artwork

Entrance to the Harbour, La Rochelle

Entrance to the Harbour, La Rochelle, by Henry Rushbury, watercolor, 1924
Entrance to the Harbour, La Rochelle, by Henry Rushbury, watercolor, 1924

Entrance to the Harbour, La Rochelle is a watercolor work on paper by the Post-Impressionist artist Henry Rushbury. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Entrance to the Harbour, La Rochelle is a 1924 watercolour by Henry Rushbury, depicting a serene harbor scene.

Subject & Meaning

The painting captures everyday life at La Rochelle's harbor, focusing on simple boats and people, with a historic tower in the background, conveying a sense of quiet, ordinary activity.

Technique & Style

Rushbury's loose brushstrokes and soft color palette, dominated by light blues, grays, and browns, give the work a sketchy, informal feel, emphasizing the tranquil atmosphere of the scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Henry Rushbury

Sir Henry George Rushbury (28 October 1889 – 5 July 1968) was an English painter and etcher.