The artwork titled “View of Royal Road, Ramsgate” was created by Vincent van Gogh in 1876 in Ramsgate, United Kingdom. It belongs to the Realism art movement and is classified within the genre of sketch and study. This piece is currently housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The artwork depicts a tranquil scene focusing on an empty street with architectural features typical of the late 19th century. To the left, there are several buildings with multiple windows and distinct detailing that suggests their significance within the urban landscape. The right side features a row of street lamps, their simplistic design drawing the eye along the road and leading out towards the horizon. In the background, there is a subtle hint of the sea, contributing to the calm ambiance of the view. The overall mood is serene, capturing a quiet moment in time with delicate pencil strokes and faint shading that reflect the realism style Van Gogh embraced during this period.
