Artwork

Park scene with deer and river

Park scene with deer and river, by Charles Walter Radclyffe, watercolor, 1879
Park scene with deer and river, by Charles Walter Radclyffe, watercolor, 1879

Park scene with deer and river is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Charles Walter Radclyffe. It dates from 1879 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Park scene with deer and river is a watercolour painting by Charles Walter Radclyffe, depicting a serene winter landscape.

Subject & Meaning

The scene features a winding river, bare trees, and grazing deer in the distance, set against a flat horizon with a faint church spire. A thin layer of snow covers the ground, evoking a sense of stillness.

Technique & Style

Radclyffe employed soft, blended colors to create a calm atmosphere, capturing the gentle light of a misty day, a characteristic of outdoor painting at the time.

Artist & collection