Who painted Old Gateway at Bury St. Edmunds?

Old Gateway at Bury St. Edmunds was painted by Rooker in 1760.

Where can I see Old Gateway at Bury St. Edmunds?

Old Gateway at Bury St. Edmunds is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Old Gateway at Bury St. Edmunds?

Old Gateway at Bury St. Edmunds is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Old Gateway at Bury St. Edmunds

Rooker , 1760

Old Gateway at Bury St. Edmunds is a watercolor work on paper by the Rococo painting artist Rooker. It dates from 1760 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. The Old Gateway at Bury St.

About this work

Overview

The Old Gateway at Bury St. Edmunds is a watercolour painting created by Rooker in 1760, depicting a serene scene of a historic stone gateway.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows a large stone building with a tall, arched doorway and several windows, set amidst trees and bushes, with a horse-drawn cart carrying a bundle of hay passing by, evoking a sense of rural tranquility.

Technique & Style

Executed in watercolour, the painting features muted colours, with shades of gray, brown, and green dominating the palette, contributing to its calm atmosphere.