What is watercolour?
Our extensive collection of watercolours tell a fascinating story of the medium
The V&A has a collection of more than 7000 watercolours spanning Medieval art to the present day. It showcases the use of watercolour in European art from illuminated manuscripts, studies in design and botanical illustration to portrait miniatures and narrative scenes. British landscapes and topographical studies are a strength of the collection, with key works by JMW Turner and John Constable.
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Explore the 16th century album of exquisite watercolours in high definition
Possibly the most soothing 40 minutes experience you'll have this week
Take a closer look at the techniques used by Constable in his later works
Discover the qualities that made watercolour the medium of choice for artists during the Renaissance
Experience the National Art Library – a calm and tranquil yet deeply sensory space