1774
oil
canvas
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Goose with Outspread Wings is a 1774 oil by George Stubbs, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a goose in flight, its wings outstretched and its body facing downwards. The goose's feathers are rendered in soft, feathery brushstrokes, with a mix of white and dark brown hues. Its beak is open, and its legs are tucked up towards its body. The background of the painting is dark, with subtle hints of brown and yellow. The overall effect is one of dynamic movement, as if the goose is about to land or take off. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the goose's central form. For more information on this technique, look up chiaroscuro.
George Stubbs (25 August 1724 – 10 July 1806) was an English painter, best known for his paintings of horses.
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