Anchor and Boats, Rye 1938

"Anchor and Boats, Rye" is a 1938 watercolor painting by English artist Eric Ravilious. This work, characteristic of his style, presents a simplified view of a beach scene, likely at Rye Harbor, where Ravilious often visited and painted. The artist's use of muted colors and geometric shapes creates a sense of calm and order, while the subtle details of the boats and the anchor, and the distant lighthouse, lend a touch of realism. This piece is a fine example of the English landscape tradition and Ravilious’s mastery of the watercolor medium.