The Thames at Chelsea Hospital
1747
oil
canvas
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
Dominant colour
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Samuel Scott
Samuel Scott (1702–1772) was an artist, born in London.
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oil
canvas
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
Dominant colour
The Thames at Chelsea Hospital is a 1747 oil by Samuel Scott, held at Ashmolean Museum.
This painting shows a river scene with a large building in the background. The building has a tall tower and many windows. In the foreground, there are several boats on the water, and people are standing on the shore. The painting is done in oil paint, which gives it a rich and detailed look. The colors are muted, with shades of brown and gray dominating the scene. The overall effect is one of calmness and serenity. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
Samuel Scott (1702–1772) was an artist, born in London.
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