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A Visitor, by John Lavery, oil, 1893

A Visitor

John Lavery

1893

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

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Overview

A Visitor is a 1893 oil by John Lavery, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting Sitting, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
John Lavery
When & what style?
1893 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This painting, "A Visitor", shows a woman sitting in a chair, wearing a long black dress and a red hat. She is holding a cup in her hands. The background is a screen with flowers and birds on it. The woman is looking to the right, and her face is not very clear. The room is dimly lit, with a carpet on the floor. The overall mood of the painting is quiet and calm. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up John Lavery.

About the artist

Portrait of John Lavery
Artist

John Lavery

Sir John Lavery (20 March 1856 – 10 January 1941) was an Irish painter best known for his portraits and wartime depictions.

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