North African Man
1896
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
1896
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
North African Man is a 1896 oil by Aloysius O'Kelly, a Orientalism work, held at National Gallery of Ireland.
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.
Aloysius O'Kelly (1853–1892) was an artist, born in Dublin.
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