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Constance and Arthur (from William Shakespeare's 'King John', Act III, Scene 1), by Thomas Stothard, oil, 1804

Constance and Arthur (from William Shakespeare's 'King John', Act III, Scene 1)

Thomas Stothard

1804

oil

canvas

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Constance and Arthur (from William Shakespeare's 'King John', Act III, Scene 1) is a 1804 oil by Thomas Stothard, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Thomas Stothard
When & what style?
1804
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a group of people in Renaissance-style clothing. A woman in a white dress sits on the floor, looking sad, while others stand around her. They are all wearing colorful outfits, with some having crowns or fancy hats. In the background, there's a blue wall and a brown curtain. The overall mood of the painting seems to be one of sadness or concern, as the people are all looking at the woman on the floor. To learn more about this style of painting, check out the work of artist Thomas Stothard.

About the artist

Portrait of Thomas Stothard
Artist

Thomas Stothard

Thomas Stothard (17 August 1755 – 27 April 1834) was a British painter, illustrator and engraver.

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