DOI issue:
No. 297 (December 1917)
DOI article:McAllister, Isabel G.: Some water-colour paintings by Sir Edward Poynter, P.R.A.
DOI Page / Citation link:https://doi.org/10.11588/diglit.21264#0110
Water-Colour Paintings by Sir Edward Poynter, P.R.A.
a fairylike island surrounded by blue water,
with picturesque houses nestling on the shore,
and the mountains in the distance seen through
a mist of pearly grey, giving a touch of
mystery to the scene. Sir Edward is particu-
larly happy in catching the true atmospheric
tones, and a certain serenity of outlook
and restrained colour ensure the sense of
repose which is characteristic of his land-
scapes.
The same qualities and strong composition
are evidenced in Cypress Avenue, Villa d'Este,
where no figures or sign of human life distract
attention from the grave, majesty of the sombre
cypress-trees, emblems of m<- ming, and the
mountains wrapped in mist. As an example
of aerial perspective and simple dignified design
it cannot fail to attract the attention, whilst
each tree, painted with an intimate knowledge,
has its own individuality.
Another graceful souvenir of days spent in
Italy is the Midday on Lake Como. There is
something very fascinating in the vivid impres-
sion of sunlight which permeates the scene,
and the feeling of stillness which pervades the
whole atmosphere. There is a fascination in
the tall slender tower of simple design which
breaks the horizontal line of the distant shore,
while the ilex-trees and sunlit houses in the
foreground complete a charming picture.
The Falls of the Canon, Glenalvie, a memory
of Sir Edward’s holidays in Scotland, presents
a different subject, suggesting hurry and
movement, and the noise of falling water as it
tumbles from its rocky height. As a colour-
scheme it is convincing; one feels the weight of
the water, the deep tones of which are relieved
by the foam-crested currents seen dispersing
as it mingles with the river. The rugged
character and greyness of the rocks forms an
excellent contrast to the mass of Scotch firs
outlined against the sky.
A subject which might well appeal to the
painter is The River Canon, Ross-shire, a grand
sweep of open and breezy country through
which the river winds like a broad silver ribbon.
To show this fully Sir Edward has made the
line of horizon high, with the dark masses of
trees acting as a foil to the distant range of hills
beyond. In the distribution of masses he has
"A KENSINGTON GARDEN”
BY SIR E. J. POYNTER, BT., P.R.A.
a fairylike island surrounded by blue water,
with picturesque houses nestling on the shore,
and the mountains in the distance seen through
a mist of pearly grey, giving a touch of
mystery to the scene. Sir Edward is particu-
larly happy in catching the true atmospheric
tones, and a certain serenity of outlook
and restrained colour ensure the sense of
repose which is characteristic of his land-
scapes.
The same qualities and strong composition
are evidenced in Cypress Avenue, Villa d'Este,
where no figures or sign of human life distract
attention from the grave, majesty of the sombre
cypress-trees, emblems of m<- ming, and the
mountains wrapped in mist. As an example
of aerial perspective and simple dignified design
it cannot fail to attract the attention, whilst
each tree, painted with an intimate knowledge,
has its own individuality.
Another graceful souvenir of days spent in
Italy is the Midday on Lake Como. There is
something very fascinating in the vivid impres-
sion of sunlight which permeates the scene,
and the feeling of stillness which pervades the
whole atmosphere. There is a fascination in
the tall slender tower of simple design which
breaks the horizontal line of the distant shore,
while the ilex-trees and sunlit houses in the
foreground complete a charming picture.
The Falls of the Canon, Glenalvie, a memory
of Sir Edward’s holidays in Scotland, presents
a different subject, suggesting hurry and
movement, and the noise of falling water as it
tumbles from its rocky height. As a colour-
scheme it is convincing; one feels the weight of
the water, the deep tones of which are relieved
by the foam-crested currents seen dispersing
as it mingles with the river. The rugged
character and greyness of the rocks forms an
excellent contrast to the mass of Scotch firs
outlined against the sky.
A subject which might well appeal to the
painter is The River Canon, Ross-shire, a grand
sweep of open and breezy country through
which the river winds like a broad silver ribbon.
To show this fully Sir Edward has made the
line of horizon high, with the dark masses of
trees acting as a foil to the distant range of hills
beyond. In the distribution of masses he has
"A KENSINGTON GARDEN”
BY SIR E. J. POYNTER, BT., P.R.A.