Ulverstone Sands, Cumbria 1836

David Cox's 1836 watercolor, *Ulverstone Sands, Cumbria*, depicts a vast, open landscape with a group of figures and horses on a sandy path leading to the sea. The soft, muted tones of the sky, with wispy clouds and a few birds in flight, create a sense of serenity and vastness. Cox, known for his mastery of watercolor, captures the light and atmosphere of a coastal scene, emphasizing the expansive space and the fleeting nature of weather. This work is a fine example of the artist's Romantic style, which emphasized the beauty and power of nature.