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The Traitor's Gate

David Scott

1842

oil

panel

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

British Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

The Traitor's Gate is a 1842 oil by David Scott, a British Romanticism work, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?: David Scott
When & what style?: 1842 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Galleries Scotland

About this work

The painting depicts a scene of a man in a boat, surrounded by other figures. The man in the boat is dressed in dark clothing and appears to be in a state of distress or urgency. The surrounding figures are also dressed in dark clothing and seem to be engaged in some sort of activity, possibly related to the man in the boat. The painting features a dark and moody color palette, with shades of brown and gray dominating the scene. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, adding to the overall sense of drama and tension. The painting is held at the Scottish National Gallery, where it can be viewed by the public.