Bathers Disturbed by a Bull 1853

David Cox's 1853 watercolor, "Bathers Disturbed by a Bull," captures a moment of unexpected chaos in a serene landscape. The painting depicts a group of bathers startled by a bull entering the shallow water. The scene is rendered with loose, expressive brushstrokes, characteristic of Cox's signature style. The billowing clouds and the windswept tree add dynamism to the composition, while the warm hues and soft details imbue the work with a sense of tranquility despite the impending threat.