Artwork
The Reliquary : An old man exhibiting a group of the Virgin and Child to Spanish soldiers
The Reliquary : An old man exhibiting a group of the Virgin and Child to Spanish soldiers is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist James Dromgole Linton. It dates from 1877 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
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Overview
The Reliquary is a 1877 watercolour by Sir James Dromgole Linton, depicting a scene in a dimly lit, cluttered room.
Subject & Meaning
An elderly man presents a framed devotional image of the Virgin and Child to a group of Spanish soldiers, who display varying degrees of curiosity and skepticism.
Technique & Style
The watercolour features contrasting elements: the bright, clear devotional image stands out against the dull surroundings, while the soldiers' heavy, old-fashioned armor is juxtaposed with simple wooden furniture.
Context
The painting's focus on everyday life and its detailed, realistic depiction are characteristic of the Realist style.
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Artist
Sir James Dromgole Linton (1840–1916) was an English painter in oil and watercolour, and a lithographer.
