A Thunderstorm: the Frightened Wagoner
1832
oil
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
1832
oil
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
A Thunderstorm: the Frightened Wagoner is a 1832 oil by James Arthur O'Connor, held at National Gallery of Ireland.
This painting depicts a wagoner, frightened by a thunderstorm, as he stands beside his horse-drawn cart. The wagoner's white horse is also visibly spooked. The scene is set in a rural landscape, with trees and a bridge in the background. The sky is dark and foreboding, with lightning illuminating the clouds. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of drama and tension in the scene. The painting is a great example of the artist's skill in capturing the emotional intensity of a moment. If you're interested in seeing more works by this artist, you can check out James Arthur O'Connor.
