A Mill by a Waterfall
Technique: Giclée quality print
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Joseph Farington’s evocative landscape, "A Mill by a Waterfall," captures the tranquil beauty of a rural scene steeped in natural harmony. The artwork features a quaint mill, nestled against a backdrop of rugged hills, with a forceful waterfall cascading nearby. Farington's expert use of sepia tones adds a timeless quality to the scene, highlighting the flowing water and the textured vegetation.The centerpiece of this drawing, the old mill, appears both enduring and secluded, suggesting a life deeply intertwined with nature. The surrounding trees, robust and windswept, frame the mill, adding a sense of solitude and resilience. Meanwhile, the soft, swirling clouds above and the dynamic movement of the water inject life into the scene.This piece not only showcases Farington's skill with ink and wash but also conveys a deeper appreciation for the peaceful coexistence between man-made structures and the wild, untamed elements of the natural world.
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Joseph Farington RA was an 18th-century English landscape painter and diarist.
Born in Leigh, Lancashire, Farington was the second of seven sons of William Farington and Esther Gilbody. His father was the rector of Warrington and vicar of Leigh. Three of his brothers—William, Henry, and Richard—were "employed in the naval service of the East India Company". Edward died of yellow fever when he was 32. Robert attended Brasenose College and became vicar of St George in the East, London (whose advowson was held by Brasenose). George Farington became a painter, like Joseph himself.