Lancaster, Peace and War 1842

David Cox's 1842 watercolor, "Lancaster, Peace and War," depicts a bustling scene outside Lancaster Castle. The artist uses soft, muted colors to create a sense of peace and tranquility in the foreground, with figures tending to livestock and a procession of wagons making their way down a winding path. In the distance, the imposing castle looms, its silhouette against the distant mountains, suggesting the ever-present threat of war. Cox, a renowned English watercolorist, was known for his atmospheric landscapes and evocative depictions of everyday life.