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An Incident in the Great Plague of London

Alexander Christie

1840

oil

panel

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

British Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

An Incident in the Great Plague of London is a 1840 oil by Alexander Christie, a British Romanticism work, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?: Alexander Christie
When & what style?: 1840 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Galleries Scotland

About this work

This painting depicts a man in 17th-century attire, wearing a red coat and white shirt, standing in front of an arched doorway. He appears to be ringing a bell or pulling on a rope, with his right arm outstretched. The man's face is blurred, and he has dark, curly hair. In the background, there are buildings and a church steeple visible through the archway. The overall atmosphere of the painting is somber, with muted colors dominating the scene. The man's actions suggest he is trying to alert someone or signal for help, adding a sense of urgency to the scene. The blurred face and dark hair make it difficult to discern the man's identity or expression, leaving the viewer to focus on his actions and the surroundings. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up Alexander Christie.

About the artist

Artist

Alexander Christie

Alexander Christie (1901-1946) was a Scottish artist who specialised in portraiture, working mainly in oil or charcoal, occasionally in pastel. He was a regular exhibitor at the Royal Academy and the Royal Scottish Academy.

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