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Pleasure Grounds, Ballinrobe, by James Arthur O'Connor, oil, 1818

Pleasure Grounds, Ballinrobe

James Arthur O'Connor

1818

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Dominant colour

Overview

Pleasure Grounds, Ballinrobe is a 1818 oil by James Arthur O'Connor, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
James Arthur O'Connor
When & what style?
1818
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

The painting depicts a serene landscape with a large tree on the right side and a body of water on the left. In the foreground, a low wall with a gate is visible, accompanied by a few trees and bushes. The background features rolling hills and a cloudy sky. The artist's use of oil paint creates a sense of depth and texture in the scene. The brushstrokes are visible, adding to the overall sense of realism. For more information on the artist's use of oil paint and its effects, look up the technique of impasto.

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