During the nineteenth century, art saw a shift towards Impressionism where artists prioritised capturing light, colour and atmosphere over precise details. This movement aimed to depict fleeting moments and subjective perceptions of reality.

You can see this in this sketch by Joséphine.

Object description
Type: Easel painting
Location: Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, County Durham
Material: Oil on panel
Artist: Joséphine Bowes (1825-1874)
Date: 19th century

Image Details
Date: 12 May 2024
Camera body: iPhone Xs
Lens: Wide Camera 26mm ƒ/1.8
Focal Length: 26mm
Aperture: ƒ/1.8
Shutter Speed: 1/60s
ISO: 100
Licensing: Image of a Bowes Museum asset. This image cannot be licensed.