An Oriental, with performing monkeys
1865
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1865
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
An Oriental, with performing monkeys is a 1865 watercolor by Arthur Boyd Houghton, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a man sitting on the ground, smiling while holding a stick. Next to him, a woman rests against a wall, and two small monkeys perform tricks—one sits on a basket, the other on a pedestal with a birdcage. The background has rough stone walls and a faded rug on the floor. The artist focused on everyday life, making the scene feel real and lively. The loose brushstrokes and bright colors suggest movement, almost like a snapshot. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
A watercolour by Arthur Boyd Houghton depicts a figure accompanied by performing monkeys. The artist's signature appears on the work.
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Arthur Boyd Houghton (13 March 1836 – 25 November 1875) was a British painter (oil and watercolours) and illustrator.
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