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Afternoon Sunshine, St Monans, by Alexander Ignatius Roche, oil, 1901

Afternoon Sunshine, St Monans

Alexander Ignatius Roche

1901

oil

panel

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

Dominant colour

Overview

Afternoon Sunshine, St Monans is a 1901 oil by Alexander Ignatius Roche, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?
Alexander Ignatius Roche
When & what style?
1901
Where can I see it?
National Galleries Scotland

About this work

This painting is a landscape of a seaside village. The scene is set in the afternoon, with the sun casting a warm glow over the scene. The artist has used a range of colors to capture the play of light on the water and the buildings. In the foreground, there are some green plants and a few buildings, including what appears to be a church steeple. The overall effect is one of tranquility and peace. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Alexander Ignatius Roche.

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Artist

Alexander Ignatius Roche

Alexander Ignatius Roche (17 August 1861 – 10 March 1921) RSA NEAC RP was a Scottish artist in the late 19th century and an important figure in the "Glasgow Boys".

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