Tam O' Shanter at the Inn
1810
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1810
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
You see a man, Tam O' Shanter, sitting by a warm fire, laughing and having a good time. He's surrounded by people playing music and having drinks. This scene is interesting because it shows a moment of joy before things take a turn for the worse in the story. The artist's use of warm colors and lively characters makes this moment feel cozy. To learn more about the use of shadows and light in this painting, look up the technique: chiaroscuro.
