Good News
1866
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
1866
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
This painting shows a man sitting at a wooden desk, holding a letter. He's dressed in a brown jacket and tan pants, with a red tie around his neck. The desk is cluttered with papers, books, and other items. The man's face is blurred, but he seems to be reading the letter with interest. The background of the painting is dark, with a window on the left side that lets in some light. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and contrast in the painting. You might want to learn more about Erskine Nicol.
