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Study of a Hand against a Wall

Michael Mulready

1852

oil

canvas

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Realism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Study of a Hand against a Wall is a 1852 oil by Michael Mulready, a Realism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Michael Mulready
When & what style?: 1852 · Realism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a hand resting against a wall, with the fingers spread apart. The hand is the main focus of the image, and it appears to be a study of the hand's shape and structure. The background of the painting is a wall with a few trees visible behind it. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with the hand being the central element of the composition. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you might want to look into that technique.