Who painted Mill and Millhouse, Malmesbury?

Mill and Millhouse, Malmesbury was painted by Puller.

Where can I see Mill and Millhouse, Malmesbury?

Mill and Millhouse, Malmesbury is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Mill and Millhouse, Malmesbury?

Mill and Millhouse, Malmesbury is associated with Social Realism.

Artwork

Mill and Millhouse, Malmesbury

Puller

Mill and Millhouse, Malmesbury is a watercolor work on paper by the Social Realist artist Puller. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Mill and Millhouse, Malmesbury is a 1942 watercolour by Puller, capturing a serene rural scene in Wiltshire, England, during World War II.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a traditional mill and millhouse along a curved road, inhabited and surrounded by lush, expressive vegetation, and a figure in daily activity, conveying a sense of enduring rural life amidst wartime.

Technique & Style

Puller employed soft, earthy tones and loose brushstrokes to evoke a quiet, lived-in atmosphere, with simplified yet vibrant renderings of flora and architectural details.

History & Provenance

Created for the 'Recording Britain' initiative, led by Sir Kenneth Clark, this work is part of over 1,500 pieces by 97 artists aimed at documenting Britain's threatened landscapes and traditions during WWII.