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Kilkenny Castle

Henry Nelson O'Neil

1858

oil

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Dominant colour

Kilkenny Castle is a 1858 oil by Henry Nelson O'Neil, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?: Henry Nelson O'Neil
When & what style?: 1858
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This painting shows a castle surrounded by trees and a body of water, with a few people in a boat. The castle is tall and has many windows. The colors are mostly shades of brown and gray, with some green for the trees. The castle seems to be the main focus of the painting, with the people in the boat looking small in comparison. The trees and water add a sense of calmness to the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Henry Nelson O'Neil.