Sunshine
1871
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1871
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
Sunshine is a 1871 oil by Robert Thorburn Ross, a Impressionism work, held at National Galleries Scotland.
The painting depicts a family scene in a rustic room. A woman is spinning wool, while a man sits at a table, holding a baby. The room is cluttered with various objects, including a spinning wheel, a table, and a chair. In the background, there is a window with a curtain, and a few pieces of furniture are visible. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of warmth and coziness, with the family engaged in quiet activities. The use of warm colors and soft lighting adds to the sense of comfort and tranquility in the scene. For more information on the artist's technique, look up "glazing".
Robert Thorburn Ross (1816–1876) was an artist, born in Edinburgh.
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