Artwork
Home from Sea
Home from Sea is an oil painting by the British Romanticist artist Arthur Hughes. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.
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Overview
Home from Sea is a 1862 oil painting by Arthur Hughes, associated with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. It is part of the Ashmolean Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman and young boy in a cemetery, surrounded by nature. The woman sits with clasped hands, while the boy lies beside her, resting on his hands. The serene atmosphere and muted colors evoke a sense of calmness and contemplation.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, Home from Sea exemplifies the British Romanticism movement. Soft lighting and subdued colors contribute to the painting's tranquil mood.
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Artist
Arthur Hughes (27 January 1832 – 22 December 1915) was an English painter and illustrator associated with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood.
