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Happy family, by Jacques Sablet, oil, 1797

Happy family

Jacques Sablet

1797

oil

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

Dominant colour

Overview

Happy family is a 1797 oil by Jacques Sablet, a french_romanticism work, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?
Jacques Sablet
When & what style?
1797 · french_romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Galleries Scotland

About this work

This painting, "Happy Family," depicts a lively scene of a family gathered around a table. The father, wearing a blue jacket and red pants, sits with a baby on his lap, while the mother, dressed in a white dress, holds another baby. A woman in a white dress stands behind them, and a man plays a lute in the background. The room is filled with various objects, including a chair, a table, and a window with a view of the outdoors. The overall atmosphere is one of warmth and joy, capturing a moment of everyday life. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting adds depth and dimension to the scene, highlighting the emotions and relationships between the family members. To learn more about this technique, explore the art of chiaroscuro.

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