Artwork
The Anglers
The Anglers is an oil painting by the British Romanticist artist Richard Jones. It dates from 1820 and is held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Anglers is an oil painting created by Richard Jones in 1820, currently part of the Brooklyn Museum's collection. It portrays a serene riverside scene with two men engaged in fishing.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts two men on a riverbank, one actively fishing with a rod and the other resting on a rock. Their attire distinguishes them, with the left figure in simpler dark clothing and the right in a top hat and coat, suggesting possible social contrast or companionship.
Technique & Style
Jones employed chiaroscuro to achieve depth, emphasizing contrast between illuminated and shadowed areas. Detailed textures of clothing and natural elements further enrich the composition.
History & Provenance
Created in 1820 by Richard Jones, the painting is now held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum, with no detailed provenance provided for the period between its creation and museum acquisition.
Context
The Anglers reflects 19th-century artistic tendencies, particularly in its landscape and figure depiction, aligning with period interests in both natural scenery and everyday life.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Richard Jones loved fishing so much he painted it over and over, turning the quiet riverbank into his studio.
