Augustiner Bräu und Kloster Mülln 

Edward Theodore Compton made this watercolor painting of Augustiner Bräu und Kloster Mülln in the late 19th or early 20th century. The image depicts the brewery and monastery nestled in a verdant landscape in Salzburg, Austria. Compton's choice of subject matter reflects the cultural and historical context of the time. The rising middle class sought leisure activities, and tourism began to flourish. Picturesque scenes like this one catered to their desire for both natural beauty and cultural experiences. As an artist, Compton was part of a larger network of individuals and institutions shaping the art market. He participated in exhibitions, sold his works through galleries, and catered to the tastes of collectors and patrons. His work both reflected and reinforced the values of his time. To better understand Compton's work, we might turn to historical records, exhibition catalogues, and critical reviews. By studying the cultural and institutional contexts in which art is made, we can gain insight into its meanings and significance.