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View of the tumulus or barrow at Douth [Dowth], Co. of E[ast] Meath, 25 miles from Dublin [...]

Gabriel, ca.1729-1817 Beranger

1790

unspecified

From the collection of Royal Irish Academy

Cityscape

Dominant colour

View of the tumulus or barrow at Douth [Dowth], Co. of E[ast] Meath, 25 miles from Dublin [...] is a 1790 unspecified by Gabriel, ca.1729-1817 Beranger, held at Royal Irish Academy.

Who painted this?: Gabriel, ca.1729-1817 Beranger
When & what style?: 1790
Where can I see it?: Royal Irish Academy

About this work

This painting shows a large mound with a path spiraling up to a stone building at the top. The scene is peaceful, with two men standing and sitting at the base, looking up. One interesting thing about this work is that it depicts a real ancient site in Ireland, which adds a layer of history to the scene. You can learn more about the artist who created this scene at the Museum of Ethnography.