Artwork
Boy and Goat
Boy and Goat is a watercolor work on paper by the British Romanticist artist William Henry Hunt. It dates from 1836 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
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Overview
Boy and Goat is a watercolour painting by William Henry Hunt, created in 1836.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young boy in a yellow coat and hat standing beside a shaggy black-and-white goat, captured in a moment of quiet interaction.
Technique & Style
Loose and quick brushstrokes convey a sense of liveliness and informality, while soft, warm colors dominate the background, comprising a low stone wall and dry grass.
History & Provenance
Signed and dated 1836 by the artist, the work exemplifies Hunt's skill in watercolour.
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Artist & collection
Artist
William Henry Hunt (London 28 March 1790 – 10 February 1864), was an English watercolourist.
