Artwork
The Kingfisher's Haunt
The Kingfisher's Haunt is a watercolor drawing by the Impressionist artist John George Sowerby. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Kingfisher's Haunt is a drawing by John George Sowerby, created around 1894 using watercolor and gouache on paper. It is currently held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a serene rocky stream with a small waterfall, where a figure in a light blue dress stands at the water's edge. The scene is characterized by reddish-brown rocks, clear water, and lush greenery, evoking a sense of quiet naturalness.
Technique & Style
Sowerby's use of soft colors and watercolor technique lends the scene a gentle, dreamy quality. The layered application of color creates a sense of depth and subtlety.
Artist & collection
Artist
John George Sowerby (1849–1914) was an English painter and illustrator from Gateshead, and director of Ellison Glass Works, the Sowerby family business, which during the 1880s was the largest producer of pressed glass in the world.
