The Lakes of Llanberis – from the Road from Caernarfon Going to Llanberis, Caernarfonshire (1792)
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"The Lakes of Llanberis – from the Road from Caernarfon Going to Llanberis, Caernarfonshire" is a picturesque rendering by the English artist John Warwick Smith. Created in 1792, this delicate watercolor captures a serene view commonly encountered on the journey between Caernarfon and Llanberis in northwest Wales. The painting portrays the sweeping landscapes of the Snowdonia region, highlighting the tranquil beauty of the lakes nestled among rugged mountains.At the forefront of the composition, travelers and their horses pause, possibly to contemplate their surroundings or to rest, adding a human element to the vast expanses of nature. The mastery of Smith in the use of light and color gently draws the viewer's eye across the varied textures of the terrain—from lush greenery and rocky paths to the peaceful, reflective surfaces of the water.Smith’s work is not just a mere geographical depiction but also expresses a moment of interaction between humanity and the sublime landscapes of Wales. It invites admirers to appreciate the timeless allure of Llanberis's natural vistas, a theme celebrated in many romantic landscapes of that era.
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John "Warwick" Smith was a British watercolour landscape painter and illustrator.
Smith was born at Irthington, near Carlisle, Cumberland, the son of a gardener to the Gilpin family, and educated at St. Bees. The fortunate social connection allowed him to study art under the animal painter Sawrey Gilpin.