1894
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
The Dutch Cocoa House at the Glasgow International Exhibition of 1888 is a 1894 oil by John Lavery, a Impressionism work, held at National Galleries Scotland.
This painting depicts a cozy, dimly lit room with a fireplace. The room is filled with people, some sitting and others standing, all dressed in dark attire. The atmosphere is subdued, with the only light source coming from the fireplace and a few candles. The room's decor is simple, with a few pieces of furniture and some plates on a shelf above the fireplace. The overall mood is one of quiet contemplation, with the people in the room seemingly lost in thought. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of light and shadow, you might want to explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
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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