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A Smiling Child, by Richard Rothwell, oil, 1844

A Smiling Child

Richard Rothwell

1844

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Dominant colour

Overview

A Smiling Child is a 1844 oil by Richard Rothwell, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
Richard Rothwell
When & what style?
1844
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

The painting depicts a young child with curly hair, wearing a white shirt and a light-colored jacket. The child is set against a backdrop of a garden or outdoor scene, with trees and bushes visible in the background. The child's face is the central focus of the painting, with their smile and gentle expression drawing the viewer's attention. The artist has used soft brushstrokes and muted colors to create a sense of warmth and intimacy in the scene. The painting is a portrait of a smiling child, rendered in oil paint on canvas. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of Richard Rothwell.

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