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The Temple Family, by Joshua Reynolds, oil, 1791

The Temple Family

Joshua Reynolds

1791

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Dominant colour

Overview

The Temple Family is a 1791 oil by Joshua Reynolds, a Rococo painting work, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
Joshua Reynolds
When & what style?
1791 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

The painting depicts a family of four in an outdoor setting, with a man in a red coat standing behind a young boy dressed in a blue jacket and white pants. The woman sits to the right, wearing a white dress, while another young boy kneels beside her, attired in a green jacket and red pants. In the background, a large tree and a cloudy sky are visible, adding depth to the scene. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of harmony and balance. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up Joshua Reynolds.

About the artist

Portrait of Joshua Reynolds
Artist

Joshua Reynolds

Sir Joshua Reynolds (16 July 1723 – 23 February 1792) was an English painter who specialised in portraits.

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