Paul Sandby Munn RWS, Mallwyd, Merioneth, North Wales

Paul Sandby Munn RWS, Mallwyd, Merioneth, North WalesThis early 19th century watercolour by British artist Paul Sandby Munn RWS (1773 1845) depicts a riverside view at Mallwyd in North Wales. Amid a hasty world where technology consumes our waking hours, few of us find the time to consider the subtle beauties of quiet watercolours. Yet, during the late 18th century, when Munn began producing his skilfully rendered views, this style of drawing was considered an act of rebellion. Indeed, to such an extent

Resting by a cluster of trees

The harbour is radiant

Frame with some age-related wear and repairs

It’s been painted quickly with broad brushstrokes and feels impressionistic in its style

Overall size: 32” x 27½” / 81cm x 70cm

it seems particularly poignant that Mrs Robinson is sat next to her loyal dog

a tall mirror is positioned behind ornaments that are sat atop a decorative cabinet

we see four of his artworks

The artist has used an earthy natural palette of browns

a far stretch from his usual oeuvre

In our elevated position on the Saint-Michel embankment

Perhaps leaning in the doorway to explore the interior