Artwork
View on the Chichester Road
View on the Chichester Road is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Harry John Johnson. It dates from 1877 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
View on the Chichester Road is a watercolour painting created by Harry John Johnson in 1877. The work is signed and dated by the artist.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene country scene, featuring a rustic house with a steeply pitched roof and a tall chimney, set amidst trees and a winding dirt road under a cloudy sky.
Technique & Style
Johnson's use of loose, expressive brushstrokes captures the play of light on the roof and foliage, imbuing the scene with a sense of freshness and spontaneity.
History & Provenance
The painting is a dated work from 1877, providing a snapshot of a rural landscape during the late 19th century.
Artist & collection
Artist
Henry John Johnson, usually known as Harry (10 April 1826 — 31 December 1884) was an English landscape and water colour painter.
