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William Fullerton of Carstairs (1720 - 1806), and Captain Ninian Lowis (died 1790)

John Thomas Seton

1773

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

Rococo painting 18th Century

Dominant colour

William Fullerton of Carstairs (1720 - 1806), and Captain Ninian Lowis (died 1790) is a 1773 oil by John Thomas Seton, a Rococo painting work, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?: John Thomas Seton
When & what style?: 1773 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: National Galleries Scotland

About this work

This painting depicts two men seated at a round table, each with a glass of wine in front of them. The man on the left wears a dark blue jacket, while the man on the right is dressed in an orange jacket. The background features a wall with a dark tapestry hanging on it. The scene appears to be set in a room with a warm atmosphere, possibly a study or library. The use of earthy tones and the soft lighting creates a sense of intimacy and relaxation. The painting's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the scene. For more information on this technique, you can look up chiaroscuro.