Artwork
Studies of figures
Studies of figures is a watercolor work on paper by the British Romanticist artist Richard Redgrave. It dates from 1825 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This 1825 watercolour by Richard Redgrave is a preparatory study featuring two figures, identified as children, seated together on the ground.
Subject & Meaning
The subject depicts an intimate scene of two children in casual attire, one with a red book, set against a softly rendered, naturalistic background, suggesting a focus on everyday life observation.
Technique & Style
Executed in watercolour, the work showcases loose, quick brushstrokes and blended, soft-edged colours, characteristic of a rapid, informal study rather than a finished piece.
History & Provenance
Created in 1825, the work is part of Richard Redgrave's collection of sketches. It is currently housed at the Victoria and Albert Museum, alongside similar works by the artist.
Artist & collection
Artist
Richard Redgrave was an English landscape artist, genre painter, author, and administrator.
