Who painted In the Garden House Reach, Calcutta?

In the Garden House Reach, Calcutta was painted by William Daniell in 1788.

Where can I see In the Garden House Reach, Calcutta?

In the Garden House Reach, Calcutta is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is In the Garden House Reach, Calcutta?

In the Garden House Reach, Calcutta is associated with Patna School of Painting.

Can I buy a print of In the Garden House Reach, Calcutta?

Museum-quality prints of In the Garden House Reach, Calcutta are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

In the Garden House Reach, Calcutta

William Daniell , 1788

In the Garden House Reach, Calcutta is a watercolor work on paper by the Patna School of Painting artist William Daniell. It dates from 1788 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

In the Garden House Reach, Calcutta is a watercolour painting created by William Daniell in 1788.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene river scene in Calcutta, featuring small boats, a sailing ship, and a large building with columns, set amidst palm and other trees.

Technique & Style

Daniell's loose, sketchy brushstrokes convey a sense of light and movement, prioritizing immediacy over detail and imbuing the scene with a lively atmosphere.

History & Provenance

The work is accompanied by an inscription bearing its title, and examples of similar works can be found at the Victoria and Albert Museum.