Artwork
An Angling Party
An Angling Party is an oil painting by the Pre-Raphaelite artist Matthew James Lawless. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
About this work
Overview
An Angling Party is an oil painting created by Matthew James Lawless in 1860, currently held at the National Gallery of Ireland.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a leisurely scene of seven individuals, four men and three women, in a riverboat, with one man engaged in fishing. The group's attire suggests an earlier era, and their relaxed demeanor conveys a sense of enjoyment.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work features a warm, sunny atmosphere with a predominantly muted color palette of browns and greens. Visible brushstrokes impart a textured quality to the painting, characteristic of its style.
Context
An Angling Party exemplifies a genre scene, a type of painting that captures everyday life, in this case, a tranquil moment of recreation.
Artist & collection
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