1774
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
Dominant colour
The River Liffey in Lucan House Demesne is a 1774 oil by Thomas Roberts, a Rococo painting work, held at National Gallery of Ireland.
The painting depicts a serene landscape with a river flowing through a lush, green valley. The river is surrounded by trees and bushes, with a few figures standing on the riverbank. The sky above is a soft, pale blue with white clouds. In the foreground, a dirt path winds its way along the riverbank, leading the viewer's eye into the distance. The trees and foliage are rendered in muted greens and browns, while the sky is a gentle blend of blues and whites. The painting's tranquil atmosphere invites the viewer to step into the peaceful world it depicts. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Thomas Roberts.
Thomas William Roberts (8 March 1856 – 14 September 1931) was an English-born Australian artist and a key member of the Heidelberg School art movement, also known as Australian impressionism.
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