Artwork

Quayside Scene with Church

Quayside Scene with Church, by Emily Sargent, watercolor, 1908
Quayside Scene with Church, by Emily Sargent, watercolor, 1908

Quayside Scene with Church is a watercolor drawing by Emily Sargent. It dates from 1908 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Quayside Scene with Church is a watercolor drawing by Emily Sargent, dated 1908. It is part of the collection at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a quayside with a church in the background. The church's white and cream facade is accentuated by a green door, while the quayside is rendered in muted browns and grays, with docked boats along the water's edge.

Technique & Style

Executed in watercolor, the drawing features loose brushstrokes that convey a sense of movement. The artist's use of color captures the effect of light on the water and surrounding buildings.

Artist & collection

Artist

Emily Sargent

Emily Sargent (1884–1884) was an artist.

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