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North African Man, by Aloysius O'Kelly, oil, 1896

North African Man

Aloysius O'Kelly

1896

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Dominant colour

Overview

North African Man is a 1896 oil by Aloysius O'Kelly, a Orientalism work, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
Aloysius O'Kelly
When & what style?
1896 · Orientalism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

The painting depicts a man standing in an arched doorway, dressed in a white robe with a red and gold sash. He wears a headscarf and holds a staff in his right hand. The background features a wall with an ornate design, and the floor is made of stone. The man's attire and the architecture suggest a North African setting. The artist's use of oil paint creates a sense of depth and texture in the scene. To learn more about the artist's work, explore Aloysius O'Kelly.

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