Artwork
Missing bride
Missing bride is a watercolor work on paper by the Post-Impressionist artist Stanley Llewellyn Wood. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The watercolour 'Missing Bride' is a work by Stanley Llewellyn Wood, created in 1900. It depicts a contemplative figure in a simple, expressive style.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing shows a man sitting on a rocky outcropping, lost in thought, with a rolled-up bundle at his feet. His worn appearance and introspective posture suggest a narrative of hardship or loss.
Technique & Style
The artist employed rapid, sketchy brushstrokes to capture a fleeting moment, eschewing fine details for a loose, spontaneous feel.
History & Provenance
The work was acquired in Cecil Court in April 1966 for £1 5s, as recorded by Rodney Searight.
Artist & collection
Artist
Stanley Llewellyn Wood was a prolific Welsh illustrator who travelled widely. He was known for his portrayals of horses in action and also for his black-and-white illustrations for the Captain Kettle stories by C. J. Cutcliffe Hyne.
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