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Three Peaches, by George Brookshaw, ink, 1817

Three Peaches

George Brookshaw

1817

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Three Peaches is a 1817 ink by George Brookshaw, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
George Brookshaw
When & what style?
1817 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting features three peaches, each with a distinct coloration. The top peach is predominantly red with a green patch, while the peach on the left has a yellow and red gradient. The peach on the right is primarily red with a green patch. A delicate flower with pink petals and green leaves is positioned between the top and left peaches. The background of the painting is a warm, beige color. The artist's use of color and texture creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. For more information on this style, explore the Romanticism movement.

About the artist

Portrait of George Brookshaw
Artist

George Brookshaw

George Brookshaw (c. 1751–1823), also known as G. Brown, was an English painter and illustrator from London. His early career was spent as a London cabinet-maker specializing in painted furniture, often with floral…

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