1770
oil
canvas
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
Horse-ferry: Sunset is a 1770 oil by George Barret, Sr., a Rococo painting work, held at Ashmolean Museum.
This painting shows a serene river scene at sunset. A horse ferry is in the water, with a few people on board. The riverbanks are lined with trees, and the sky is a warm, golden color. In the foreground, there are some plants and grasses, which add a sense of depth to the painting. The overall mood is peaceful and calm, with the warm colors of the sunset creating a cozy atmosphere. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this beautiful scene, you might want to look up George Barret, Sr.
George Barret Sr. (c. 1730 – 29 May 1784) was an Irish landscape artist known for his oil paintings and watercolours. He left Ireland in 1762 to establish himself as an artist in London and quickly gained recognition to…
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