Artwork

Coast scene at Gorey, Jersey

Coast scene at Gorey, Jersey, by Walter Paris, watercolor, 1850
Coast scene at Gorey, Jersey, by Walter Paris, watercolor, 1850

Coast scene at Gorey, Jersey is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Walter Paris. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Coast scene at Gorey, Jersey is a watercolour painting created by Walter Paris in 1850. It captures a serene coastal scene.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a tranquil beach with a small boat on the shore, a rocky hill topped with a castle-like structure in the distance, and houses lining the shore. The calm water and soft, cloudy sky contribute to the peaceful atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Paris employed loose, rapid brushstrokes to convey the movement and light of the water and sky. The colour palette is characterised by soft pinks, blues, and greens, applied without harsh lines, creating a sense of gentle, natural beauty.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Walter Paris

Artist

Walter Paris

Walter Paris (1892–1892) was an artist.