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The Pass of Llanberis, by David Charles Read, oil, 1830

The Pass of Llanberis

David Charles Read

1830

oil

panel

From the collection of Ashmolean Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

The Pass of Llanberis is a 1830 oil by David Charles Read, held at Ashmolean Museum.

Who painted this?
David Charles Read
When & what style?
1830
Where can I see it?
Ashmolean Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a serene landscape, with a vast, open space in the foreground. The scene is dominated by a majestic mountain range in the background, its peaks shrouded in mist. A figure stands in the distance, adding a sense of scale to the expansive scene. The artist's use of muted colors creates a somber mood, drawing the viewer's attention to the natural beauty of the landscape. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, adding texture and depth to the painting. The Pass of Llanberis invites the viewer to explore the beauty of the natural world. To learn more about the artist's techniques, look up the glazing technique.

About the artist

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