A November Evening
1897
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
1897
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
A November Evening is a 1897 oil by Joseph Malachy Kavanagh, held at National Gallery of Ireland.
This painting shows a woman and a child walking on a path in a wooded area. The woman is wearing a long dress and a hat, while the child is dressed in dark clothing. The path is lined with trees, and the sky is cloudy. The scene is depicted in muted colors, with shades of brown and green dominating the palette. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. You can learn more about the technique of chiaroscuro.
Joseph Malachy Kavanagh (1856 – 17 April 1918) was an Irish painter. He is known for his painting landscapes, seascapes, rural scenes in Ireland, France and Belgium and occasional portraits. He particularly was inspired…
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