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Landscape: Gypsies with Two Donkeys and a Dog, by David Wilkie, oil, 1823

Landscape: Gypsies with Two Donkeys and a Dog

David Wilkie

1823

oil

panel

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Landscape: Gypsies with Two Donkeys and a Dog is a 1823 oil by David Wilkie, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
David Wilkie
When & what style?
1823
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a serene landscape with a group of people and animals. In the foreground, two donkeys and a dog are visible, accompanied by a person in a red dress. Another individual sits on the ground, wearing a hat. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and bushes, with a cloudy sky above. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of tranquility, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures. The brushstrokes are smooth, with no visible signs of impasto or heavy texture. To learn more about the artist's style and techniques, explore the work of David Wilkie.

About the artist

Portrait of David Wilkie
Artist

David Wilkie

Sir David Wilkie (18 November 1785 – 1 June 1841) was a Scottish painter, especially known for his genre scenes.

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