1767
oil
panel
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
Dominant colour
King Lear in the Storm is a 1767 oil by John Runciman, a Rococo painting work, held at National Galleries Scotland.
This painting shows a group of people standing on a rocky shore, with a large wave crashing against the rocks behind them. The figures are dressed in old-fashioned clothing, and one of them is holding a staff. The sky above is dark and stormy, with lightning illuminating the clouds. In the background, there's a large stone structure that looks like a castle or a monument. The overall mood of the painting is one of drama and turmoil, with the stormy weather and the figures' serious expressions creating a sense of tension. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a strong contrast between light and dark, adding to the dramatic effect. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to look up chiaroscuro.
John Runciman (1744 – 1768 or 1769) was a Scottish painter known for Biblical and literary scenes. His works include Flight into Egypt and King Lear in the Storm, both in the National Gallery of Scotland.
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