The Thames at Greenwich
1747
oil
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
Dominant colour
1747
oil
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
Dominant colour
The Thames at Greenwich is a 1747 oil by Samuel Scott, held at Ashmolean Museum.
The painting shows a river scene with boats and a cityscape in the background. The river is calm, reflecting the buildings and trees along its banks. In the foreground, several boats are moored or sailing, including a large ship with billowing sails. The cityscape is depicted in warm, earthy tones, with buildings of varying sizes and styles. The sky above is a soft blue, with a few wispy clouds. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of light and shadow, you might want to look into the technique of chiaroscuro.
