Who painted Boys Bathing?

Boys Bathing was painted by Selwyn Image in 1922.

Where can I see Boys Bathing?

Boys Bathing is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Boys Bathing?

Boys Bathing is associated with British Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Boys Bathing?

Museum-quality prints of Boys Bathing are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Boys Bathing

Selwyn Image , 1922

Boys Bathing is a watercolor work on paper by the British Romanticist artist Selwyn Image. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Selwyn Image’s 1922 watercolour, titled *Boys Bathing*, presents a tranquil outdoor scene. The work is signed and dated by the artist, and it captures a moment of youthful leisure beside a shallow stream under a pale sky.

Subject & Meaning

The composition features two young boys: one seated on a rock, clutching a small object, the other standing waist‑deep in the water. The surrounding landscape of tall grasses, leaf‑less trees, and a rocky bank suggests a quiet, perhaps rural, setting where simple, everyday activities are observed with calm intimacy.

Technique & Style

Image employs the fluid transparency of watercolour, layering soft, blended hues to render the shimmering surface of the stream, which catches the light in a silvery tone. The palette is restrained, emphasizing natural colours and subtle tonal shifts that convey a serene atmosphere without harsh contrasts.

History & Provenance

Created in the early 1920s, the piece is part of Image’s later output, reflecting his continued interest in everyday scenes. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, where it is displayed as an example of early twentieth‑century British watercolour practice.