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On the Lledr, by Edmund Marriner Gill, oil, 1864

On the Lledr

Edmund Marriner Gill

1864

oil

canvas

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

On the Lledr is a 1864 oil by Edmund Marriner Gill, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Edmund Marriner Gill
When & what style?
1864
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

The painting shows a serene landscape with a river flowing through it. The river is surrounded by large rocks and trees, with a small waterfall in the distance. A person is walking along the riverbank, accompanied by a dog. The painting's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The artist's attention to detail in the natural surroundings is impressive, from the texture of the rocks to the foliage of the trees. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's techniques, you might want to look into the use of glazing.

About the artist

Portrait of Edmund Marriner Gill
Artist

Edmund Marriner Gill

Edmund Marriner Gill (1820–1894) was an English landscape painter favouring waterfalls.

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