Artwork
The Jungfrau
The Jungfrau is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Emily Murray Paterson. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Jungfrau is a watercolour painting created by Emily Murray Paterson in 1880. It depicts a mountainous landscape.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a snowy mountain valley with dark evergreen trees and jagged peaks in the distance. The contrast between the pale, patchy snow and the deep green and black trees creates a sense of depth.
Technique & Style
Paterson employed soft, watery brushstrokes to convey light and shadow, achieving a fresh and airy atmosphere. The blending of snow and trees through subtle colour changes, rather than hard lines, adds to the painting's delicate effect.
Artist & collection
Artist
Emily Murray Paterson RSW SWA (1855–1934) was a Scottish artist, connected with the Glasgow School and member of the Society of Women Artists.
