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A Woodman's Cottage, by Patrick Nasmyth, oil, 1820

A Woodman's Cottage

Patrick Nasmyth

1820

oil

panel

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

Dominant colour

Overview

A Woodman's Cottage is a 1820 oil by Patrick Nasmyth, a British Romanticism work, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?
Patrick Nasmyth
When & what style?
1820 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Galleries Scotland

About this work

In the painting, a small cottage is nestled among trees, with a figure standing outside. The scene is set in a rural landscape, with rolling hills and a cloudy sky in the background. The overall atmosphere is one of serenity and tranquility. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The trees and hills are rendered in muted tones, while the sky is a soft blue with wispy clouds. The Scottish National Gallery is home to many beautiful landscapes like this one, showcasing the beauty of the natural world.

About the artist

Portrait of Patrick Nasmyth
Artist

Patrick Nasmyth

Patrick Nasmyth, (7 January 1787 – 17 August 1831), was a Scottish landscape painter. He was the eldest son of the artist Alexander Nasmyth.

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