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Her First Communion, by John Lavery, oil, 1902

Her First Communion

John Lavery

1902

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Dominant colour

Overview

Her First Communion is a 1902 oil by John Lavery, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
John Lavery
When & what style?
1902
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

A young girl stands in the center of the painting, wearing a white dress and veil. Her First Communion. She looks straight ahead, her expression calm and serene. The background is a dark, muted color, which helps to focus attention on the girl. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the girl's face. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy the work of artist 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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