Artwork
Roma
Roma is a watercolor work on paper by Katerina Wilczynski. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Katerina Wilczynski's watercolour 'Roma' depicts a serene scene in Rome, Italy, blending architectural and sculptural elements with a vibrant floral arrangement.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features an antique urn filled with red and blue flowers, flanked by two statues of women, set against a backdrop of Corinthian columns and arches, evoking the city's rich history.
Technique & Style
Wilczynski's work combines soft watercolour hues with precise linework, reflecting her training as a painter, illustrator, and etcher.
History & Provenance
Born in Poland in 1894, Wilczynski worked in Germany before later living in England, producing landscapes and cityscapes, including this representation of Rome.
Artist & collection
Artist
Katerina Wilczynski carried a tiny sketchbook everywhere she went, drawing whatever caught her eye—crumbling Roman walls, a Sicilian café’s peeling paint, the way light hit a wine bottle at lunch.
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