Who painted A Coast Scene at Lyme Regis?

A Coast Scene at Lyme Regis was painted by John Hoppner in 1780.

Where can I see A Coast Scene at Lyme Regis?

A Coast Scene at Lyme Regis is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is A Coast Scene at Lyme Regis?

A Coast Scene at Lyme Regis is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of A Coast Scene at Lyme Regis?

Museum-quality prints of A Coast Scene at Lyme Regis are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

A Coast Scene at Lyme Regis

John Hoppner , 1780

A Coast Scene at Lyme Regis is a watercolor work on paper by the Rococo painting artist John Hoppner. It dates from 1780 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

A Coast Scene at Lyme Regis is a watercolour painting created by John Hoppner circa 1780, capturing a view of the Lyme Regis coastline.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a rocky shoreline with jagged cliffs, large boulders, and pebbles, set against a calm sea and a pale sky with wispy clouds, evoking the natural erosion of the coastline over time.

Technique & Style

Hoppner employed quick, loose brushstrokes to convey movement in both the water and the sky, contrasting with the rough, uneven texture of the cliffs.

History & Provenance

The work bears the artist's inscription, title, and details of 19th-century sales, though its early history before these sales is not detailed here.

Context

This piece reflects late 18th-century British watercolour practices, often characterized by landscapes that highlighted the sublime and the erosive power of nature.

Legacy

While not individually renowned, it contributes to the broader legacy of British watercolourists of its era, with similar works viewable at institutions like the Victoria and Albert Museum.